Paramedic
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 15
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/26/2022
Program Description
This class prepares the graduate for licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic. Paramedics provide care to victims of medical and traumatic emergencies in and out of the hospital setting. The paramedic's goal is to reduce death and disability due to illness and injury. Students complete didactic coursework on the ICC campus, participate in supervised clinical experiences at various local hospital units and clinics, and participate in field clinical experiences with local emergency medical services agencies. The student is eligible for licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic and Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate during the course of the program.
Established in 2004
CIP: 51-0904 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Illinois Central College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Department of Public Health
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
80 Weeks ( 1600.00 Hours / 68.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,540.00 |
| Books | $1,400.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $320.00 |
| Total Cost | $12,360.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Call Health Careers Department for information, 309-999-4600.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Placement Test
- Reading - Placement Test
- Writing - Placement into ENGL 110
- Other - See catalog or call (309)999-4600.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Paramedic
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 15
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/26/2022
Program Description
This class prepares the graduate for licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic. Paramedics provide care to victims of medical and traumatic emergencies in and out of the hospital setting. The paramedic's goal is to reduce death and disability due to illness and injury. Students complete didactic coursework on the ICC campus, participate in supervised clinical experiences at various local hospital units and clinics, and participate in field clinical experiences with local emergency medical services agencies. The student is eligible for licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic and Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate during the course of the program.
Established in 2004
CIP: 51-0904 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Provider Information
Illinois Central College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Department of Public Health
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
80 Weeks ( 1600.00 Hours / 68.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,540.00 |
| Books | $1,400.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $320.00 |
| Total Cost | $12,360.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Call Health Careers Department for information, 309-999-4600.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Placement Test
- Reading - Placement Test
- Writing - Placement into ENGL 110
- Other - See catalog or call (309)999-4600.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes