Contact
Steven Wilson
Director/Instructor
Orange County Campus, room 108D
919-536-7200, ext. 4219
ems@durhamtech.edu
Plan of Study
(Courses by Semester)Emergency Medical Science
Long Term
This program is designed to accelerate completion for currently certified paramedics, whether certified in North Carolina or nationally. These students can build upon their existing credential and experience to earn their associate degree in a shorter time frame, helping them advance more quickly in the EMS career field.
Students who are not yet certified as a paramedic are encouraged to explore 麻豆影视鈥檚 Paramedic (Continuing Education) program as a first step toward entering the profession.
Students will develop complex knowledge, competency, and real-world experience while applying evidence-based practices under medical oversight. They will be trained to serve as critical responders who bridge the gap between the emergency scene and the healthcare system.
Employment opportunities include positions with emergency medical services (EMS) providers, fire departments, rescue agencies, hospital specialty areas, industrial settings, educational institutions, and government agencies. Paramedics who obtain their associate degree in Emergency Medical Science may also pursue advancement in administration, education, or EMS management.
- How to Enroll
View enrollment steps for the EMS (Paramedic) Associate in Applied Science (AAS) program on the Paramedic Education Enrollment page.
- Accelerated Baccalaureate Pathway
Upon completing the Emergency Medical Science Associate Degree, an accelerated pathway is available to enroll in the Baccalaureate of Emergency Medical Care Program. Students are eligible to advance their education through Western Carolina University via a 鈥済eneral鈥 articulation process and credit earned (holding a North Carolina paramedic certification). They offer both an online & residential program. View .
Accreditation Information
The EMS Paramedic 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).
 Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) |  Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) |
Emergency Medical Science Paramedic Student Achievement Outcome Data
| Year | Students Started | Students Graduated | Positive Placement (see note below) | Did not Finish | 麻豆影视 Program Completion | First Time State Exam Pass Rate | State Exam Pass Rate (cumulative) | First Time National Exam Pass Rate | National Exam Pass Rate (cumulative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | 25 | 18 | 18 | 7 | 72% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| 2021-2022 | 24 | 19 | 19 | 5 | 79% | 100% | 100% | 78% | 100% |
| 2020-2021 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 1 | 96% | 100% | 100% | 95% | 100% |
| 2019-2020 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 1 | 96% | 100% | 100% | 91% | 100% |
Note: Per COAEMSP: Positive placement means that the graduate is employed full or part-time in the profession or in a related field; or continuing his/her education; or serving in the military. A related field is one in which the individual is using cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies acquired in the educational program.
麻豆影视 EMS Core Paramedic Curriculum courses align with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration鈥檚 National EMS Education Standards for Paramedic Instruction (NHTSA). View course equivalency information.
