Transform Ambitions into Achievement
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel are usually the first healthcare professionals on the scene of an accident or called to assist someone with a sudden, serious illness. It is their job to provide immediate care to the ill and injured. Employment and volunteer opportunities are available with rescue squads, fire departments, emergency rooms and private industry. There are different levels of training and practice. Job function and salary depend on the credential obtained.
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Emergency Medical Services, A.A.S.
The curriculum is designed to develop the competencies needed to prepare the student to achieve National Registry Paramedic Certification (NRP).
- Length
- Two Years
- Credits
- 64-65
- Locations
- Medical Education
Why Emergency Medical Services at NOVA?
Qualified EMS Faculty
You’ll learn from NOVA faculty who have qualifications, experience and expertise in the EMS field. They’re also supportive, accessible, and responsive and will help you prepare to teach.
Skill-Building EMS Courses
You’ll take courses in NOVA’s EMS program that will give you the knowledge, skills and competencies you need to start on your path to a bachelor’s degree and a future teaching career.
Affordable EMS Programs
You’ll receive an affordable EMS degree or certificate. You may even qualify for NOVA scholarships to offset the cost of tuition and fees.
Program Details
Information Session
The first step to beginning EMS career training at NOVA/MEC is to obtain the mandatory Information Session from the EMS Program Office.
EMS Lab Guidelines and Information
The mission of the Emergency Medical Services Lab (EMSL) is to provide students in the emergency services field with the tools and equipment necessary to become successful in their learning experience.
Contact Information
Medical Education Campus
Wanda Gardner
CAAHEP
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
727.210.2350
9355 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
CoAEMSP
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
More Program Details and Resources
- How to Apply
- Health Sciences & Nursing Application
- Physical Form
- CastleBranch Background Check & Drug Screen
- HPSO Liability Insurance
- EMS Uniform
- Functional Position Description for the ALS Provider
- Functional Position Description for the BLS Provider
- Program Outcomes
- External Transcript Evaluation Process
- Virginia Office of EMS
- American Heart Association
Accreditations
The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
Credits and
Transfer Info
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional ways, including but not limited to: certifications, AP or IB exams, military training, or life experience.
Transferring
Learn more about possible transfer opportunities associated with this program of study. Students interested in transferring should contact an advisor or counselor to further discuss their plans.