Emergency Medical Science
Degree Seeking EMS Programs
Associate in Applied Science in EMS
Our Associate of Applied Science degree in EMS offers comprehensive training in emergency medical services, equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of pre-hospital care. With a focus on hands-on experience and real-world scenarios, graduates are prepared to make a difference in their communities as skilled paramedics.
Associate in Applied Science EMS Bridge Program
The AAS Emergency Medical Science (EMS) bridge program is designed for currently credentialed paramedics to obtain their Associate in Applied Science degree in EMS. This primarily online program provides formal education while providing college credit for most of the EMS-prefixed courses by way of your current North Carolina or National Registry Paramedic. This program allows students to complete the general education requirements at their own pace.
Accreditation Information
Cape Fear Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs ( www.caahep.org ) upon the recommendation of The Committee on Accreditation for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
www.caahep.org
9355 113th St N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
CoAEMSP
214-703-8445
214-703-8992 fax
coaemsp.org
PARAMEDIC GRADUATE OUTCOMES SUMMARY
| Year | Pass Rate | Positive | Placement | Retention |
| 2022 | 85.7% | first attempt | 92.9% | 73.7% |
| 2021 | 100% | first attempt | 100% | 53.8% |
| 2020 | 100% | first attempt | 95.7% | 88.5% |
| 2019 | 90% | first attempt | 90% | 76.9% |
