{"id":573,"date":"2024-11-26T09:07:30","date_gmt":"2024-11-26T14:07:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/public-safety\/?page_id=573"},"modified":"2026-04-06T11:05:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:05:57","slug":"non-degree-ems-training","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/public-safety\/emergency-medical-services\/non-degree-ems-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Non-Degree EMS Training"},"content":{"rendered":" <div class=\"center-page px-3 px-md-4\">  <div id=\"intelliwidget_1\" class=\" widget_intelliwidget\">  <div class=\"program-sites mt-4\"> <ul class=\"row\">\n<li class=\"imagebutton col-sm-6 filter-item\" data-filter-academic-category=\"\" data-filter-locations=\"\" data-filter-program-type=\"\"> <div class=\"imagebutton-thumb art bgcover\" style=\"background-image: url( https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/public-safety\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-tara-winstead-7723388-300x200.jpg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\">  <\/div>  <div class=\"imagebutton-title\"> <a href=\"\/public-safety\/emergency-medical-services\/continuing-medical-education\/\"> Continuing Medical Education <\/a> <\/div> <\/li>\n<li class=\"imagebutton col-sm-6 filter-item\" data-filter-academic-category=\"Dual Enrollment (CCP)\" data-filter-locations=\"Eugene Ashley High School,Heide Trask High School,Hoggard High School,Laney High School,New Hanover High School,Pender Early College High School,Pender High School,Topsail High School,Wilmington Early College High School\" data-filter-program-type=\"\"> <div class=\"imagebutton-thumb art bgcover\" style=\"background-image: url( https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/public-safety\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/emergency-medical-science-300x200.jpg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\">  <\/div>  <div class=\"imagebutton-title\"> <a href=\"\/public-safety\/emergency-medical-services\/ccp-pathways\/\"> EMS For High School Students (CCP) <\/a> <\/div> <\/li>\n<li class=\"imagebutton col-sm-6 filter-item\" data-filter-academic-category=\"\" data-filter-locations=\"\" data-filter-program-type=\"\"> <div class=\"imagebutton-thumb art bgcover\" style=\"background-image: url( https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/public-safety\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/pexels-rdne-6520074-1-300x200.jpg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\">  <\/div>  <div class=\"imagebutton-title\"> <a href=\"\/public-safety\/emergency-medical-services\/non-degree-ems-training\/\"> Non-Degree EMS Training <\/a> <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <h2>What is EMS?<\/h2>\n<p>Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is an essential network of coordinated response and healthcare transportation for people facing sudden medical crises or injuries. This system is a cornerstone of the healthcare field, providing immediate intervention when a patient&#8217;s health depends on rapid care and quick transport to a medical center. From responding to accidents to assisting with life-threatening conditions like strokes or heart attacks, EMS serves as a primary pillar of public safety and health systems across the globe.<\/p>\n<p>The EMS field is comprised of EMTs, Advanced EMTs, and Paramedics dedicated to protecting their local communities. Working in this profession requires interacting with people from all walks of life, demanding that providers remain professional, empathetic, and highly detail-oriented. Their mission is twofold: delivering expert trauma and medical care while showing genuine compassion for patients and managing their own physical and mental health.<\/p>\n<p>Those who complete these training programs may qualify for state and national certification exams. Career paths for certified professionals are diverse, with opportunities in ambulance services, fire departments, rescue squads, specialized hospital units, educational centers, and various government agencies.<\/p>\n<p><span id=\"emt-basic\" style=\"display: block; height: 115px; margin-top: -115px; visibility: hidden;\"><\/span><\/p> <div class=\"row align-items-center mb-0\">  <div class=\"col-md-7 mb-0\"> <h3 class=\"text-larger mt-0 mb-0\">EMT Basic (non-degree)<\/h3> <\/div>  <div class=\"col-md-5 text-md-right mt-3 mt-md-0 mb-0\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-29986.app451.sites.451.io\/\" id=\"emt-journey-btn\" class=\"button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Start your EMT Journey Here <\/a> <\/div>  <\/div> <hr>\n<p>This EMT-Basic Program provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of emergency medical care. The course covers the fundamentals of emergency medical response, including patient assessment, basic life support (BLS) techniques, trauma care, medical emergencies, and airway management. Students will learn to manage and assess patients in a variety of situations, such as cardiac arrest, trauma, respiratory distress, and medical emergencies like diabetes or allergic reactions.<\/p>\n<p>The curriculum includes both classroom instruction and hands-on training through skills labs, where students will practice critical techniques such as CPR, bleeding control, splinting, and administering medications. Students will also complete clinical rotations and field internships, providing practical experience by working in real-world healthcare settings, such as emergency departments, ambulances, and other pre-hospital environments, under the supervision of experienced paramedics and medical professionals.<\/p>\n<p>EMT Basic is the entry point for students to embark on their EMS journey. Successful completion of the course and of state testing is required for students hoping to continue with further EMS training and is a requirement for active NC firefighters. This class entails 250 didactic hours and 48 clinical hours.<\/p> <div class=\"iwi-accordion iwi-no-collapse mb-5\"> <h6 class=\"iwi-target-container1-emt accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> EMT Basic Upcoming Courses: <\/a> <\/h6> <div id=\"container1-emt\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\">  <div class=\"ems-card-view\">  <div class=\"simcal-calendar simcal-default-calendar simcal-default-calendar-list simcal-default-calendar-light\" data-calendar-id=\"832\" data-timezone=\"America\/New_York\" data-offset=\"-14400\" data-week-start=\"1\" data-calendar-start=\"1776398400\" data-calendar-end=\"1779242400\" data-events-first=\"1779195600\" data-events-last=\"1779242400\">  <div class=\"simcal-calendar-list simcal-calendar-list-compact\">  <div class=\"simcal-events-list-container\" data-prev=\"1779195600\" data-next=\"1779242400\" data-heading-small=\"May 19, 2026\" data-heading-large=\"May 19, 2026\">  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-2 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-832 simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-2-events simcal-events-calendar-832 simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-3-events simcal-events-calendar-832\" data-events-count=\"3\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-832\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1779195600\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">EMT-Basic Day Class Start<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1779195600\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T09:00:00-04:00\">May 19, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1779195600\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T09:00:00-04:00\">9:00 am<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1779210000\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T13:00:00-04:00\">1:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"EMT-Basic Day Class Start\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"EMT-Basic Day Class Start\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <div class=\"simcal-event-description\" itemprop=\"description\">  <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-29986.app451.sites.451.io\/\"> Apply Today! <\/a>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-832\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1779210000\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">EMT Basic Afternoon Class Start<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1779210000\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T13:00:00-04:00\">May 19, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1779210000\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T13:00:00-04:00\">1:00 pm<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1779224400\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T17:00:00-04:00\">5:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"EMT Basic Afternoon Class Start\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"EMT Basic Afternoon Class Start\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <div class=\"simcal-event-description\" itemprop=\"description\">  <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-29986.app451.sites.451.io\/\"> Apply Today! <\/a>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-832\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1779228000\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">EMT Basic Night Class Start<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1779228000\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T18:00:00-04:00\">May 19, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1779228000\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T18:00:00-04:00\">6:00 pm<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1779242400\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-05-19T22:00:00-04:00\">10:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"EMT Basic Night Class Start\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"EMT Basic Night Class Start\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <div class=\"simcal-event-description\" itemprop=\"description\">  <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-29986.app451.sites.451.io\/\"> Apply Today! <\/a>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"simcal-ajax-loader simcal-spinner-top\" style=\"display: none;\"> <i class=\"simcal-icon-spinner simcal-icon-spin\"><\/i> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <!--\n\n<p>If you cannot access the content below, click <a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/0\/embed?height=600&wkst=1&ctz=America\/New_York&bgcolor=%23ffffff&src=Y181ZDE1ZDkzMWQ2ZDk1NmUxMWE4MWYzNTM5NDNhYmU5MTg0ZWY5NjBiNTcyMTI4ZTg3NjBlZDY5NjA5ZWNlZTgzQGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> here <\/a> to view it directly on Google Calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/embed?height=600&wkst=1&ctz=America%2FNew_York&bgcolor=%23ffffff&src=Y181ZDE1ZDkzMWQ2ZDk1NmUxMWE4MWYzNTM5NDNhYmU5MTg0ZWY5NjBiNTcyMTI4ZTg3NjBlZDY5NjA5ZWNlZTgzQGdyb3VwLmNhbGVuZGFyLmdvb2dsZS5jb20&mode=AGENDA\n\" style=\"border-width:0\" width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" frameborder=\"0\" title=\"Google calendar displaying EMS dates\"><\/iframe>--><\/div> <h6 class=\"iwi-target-container2-emt accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> EMT Basic Resources: <\/a> <\/h6> <div id=\"container2-emt\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\"> <p>If you cannot access the content below, click <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1kxcdfO5mUQxVoALX1FD1hPvUVY5TSrra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> here <\/a> to view it directly on Google Drive.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/embeddedfolderview?id=1kxcdfO5mUQxVoALX1FD1hPvUVY5TSrra#list\" width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" frameborder=\"0\" title=\"Google Drive folder displaying shared files related to EMT Basic\"><br \/>\n<\/iframe> <\/div>  <\/div> <p><span id=\"advanced-emt\" style=\"display: block; height: 115px; margin-top: -115px; visibility: hidden;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-larger mt-4\">Advanced EMT (non-degree)<\/h3>\n<hr>\n<p>The Advanced EMT Program is a comprehensive course that builds on the foundational knowledge of the EMT-Basic level and introduces advanced pre-hospital care techniques. This program covers a wide range of topics, including advanced airway management, medication administration, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and the management of complex medical and trauma emergencies. Students will learn how to assess and treat patients with more advanced medical conditions, and how to perform advanced life support (ALS) procedures under pressure.<\/p>\n<p>The curriculum includes classroom lectures, hands-on skills labs, clinical rotations, and field internship experiences. Students will gain practical experience by working in real-world healthcare settings, such as emergency departments, ambulances, and other pre-hospital environments, under the supervision of experienced paramedics and medical professionals.<\/p>\n<p>Students will spend 4-5 months in their Advanced EMT course. This course entails 186 didactic hours, 96 clinical hours, and 24 capstone hours. Our flip\/ flop schedule accommodates students who are already working on a shift work schedule. This format allows students to choose weekly whether they will attend class on Tuesday or Thursday.<\/p> <div class=\"iwi-accordion iwi-no-collapse mb-5\"> <h6 class=\"iwi-target-container1-advemt accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Advanced EMT Upcoming Courses: <\/a> <\/h6> <div id=\"container1-advemt\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\">  <div class=\"ems-card-view\">  <div class=\"simcal-calendar simcal-default-calendar simcal-default-calendar-list simcal-default-calendar-light\" data-calendar-id=\"828\" data-timezone=\"America\/New_York\" data-offset=\"-14400\" data-week-start=\"1\" data-calendar-start=\"1776398400\" data-calendar-end=\"1787259600\" data-events-first=\"1778587200\" data-events-last=\"1787259600\">  <div class=\"simcal-calendar-list simcal-calendar-list-compact\">  <div class=\"simcal-events-list-container\" data-prev=\"1778587200\" data-next=\"1787259600\" data-heading-small=\"May - Aug 2026\" data-heading-large=\"May - August, 2026\">  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-2 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-828\" data-events-count=\"1\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-828\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1778587200\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1778587200\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-12T08:00:00-04:00\">May 12, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1778587200\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-12T08:00:00-04:00\">8:00 am<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1778619600\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-05-12T17:00:00-04:00\">5:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <div class=\"simcal-event-description\" itemprop=\"description\"> <p>Must be AEMT Certified to begin this course.<\/p> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-4 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-828\" data-events-count=\"1\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-828\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1778760000\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1778760000\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-14T08:00:00-04:00\">May 14, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1778760000\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-14T08:00:00-04:00\">8:00 am<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1778792400\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-05-14T17:00:00-04:00\">5:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-2 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-828\" data-events-count=\"1\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-828\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1787054400\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">AEMT Initial Course Flip\/Flop<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1787054400\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-08-18T08:00:00-04:00\">August 18, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1787054400\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-08-18T08:00:00-04:00\">8:00 am<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1787086800\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-08-18T17:00:00-04:00\">5:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"AEMT Initial Course Flip\/Flop\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"AEMT Initial Course Flip\/Flop\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-4 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-828\" data-events-count=\"1\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-828\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1787227200\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">AEMT Initial Course Flip\/Flop<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1787227200\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-08-20T08:00:00-04:00\">August 20, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1787227200\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-08-20T08:00:00-04:00\">8:00 am<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1787259600\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-08-20T17:00:00-04:00\">5:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"AEMT Initial Course Flip\/Flop\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"AEMT Initial Course Flip\/Flop\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"simcal-ajax-loader simcal-spinner-top\" style=\"display: none;\"> <i class=\"simcal-icon-spinner simcal-icon-spin\"><\/i> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <h6 class=\"iwi-target-container2-advemt accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Advanced EMT Resources: <\/a> <\/h6> <div id=\"container2-advemt\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\"> <p>If you cannot access the content below, click <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1vSYE9YoiBjF_2iw7f-v0RGmjiss1eYVu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> here <\/a> to view it directly on Google Drive.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/embeddedfolderview?id=1vSYE9YoiBjF_2iw7f-v0RGmjiss1eYVu#list\" width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" frameborder=\"0\" title=\"Google Drive folder displaying shared files related to Advanced EMT\"><br \/>\n<\/iframe> <\/div>  <\/div> <p><span id=\"paramedic\" style=\"display: block; height: 115px; margin-top: -115px; visibility: hidden;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-larger mt-4\">Paramedic (non-degree)<\/h3>\n<hr>\n<p>CFCC\u2019s COAEMPS accredited paramedic program is available for Advanced EMT&#8217;s looking to take the next step in their EMS career. This dynamic, hands-on course delves deeper into essential topics such as advanced anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, trauma and medical emergencies, patient assessment, and advanced airway management. Students will also receive training in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), pediatric advanced life support (PALS), and trauma life support (PHTLS).<\/p>\n<p>The curriculum combines classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and field internship experiences with a focus on delivering quality care in emergency situations. Students will work closely with experienced paramedics and healthcare professionals, gaining real-world experience in hospitals, EMS settings, and in the field. Through rigorous training, students will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills necessary for delivering high-quality patient care.<\/p>\n<p>Students will spend 9-18 months in their paramedic program. This course entails 500 didactic hours, 240 clinical hours, and 144 capstone hours. Our flip\/ flop schedule accommodates students who are already working on a shift work schedule. This format allows students to choose weekly whether they will attend class on Tuesday or Thursday.<\/p> <div class=\"iwi-accordion iwi-no-collapse mb-5\"> <h6 class=\"iwi-target-container1-paramedic accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Paramedic Upcoming Courses: <\/a> <\/h6> <div id=\"container1-paramedic\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\">  <div class=\"ems-card-view\">  <div class=\"simcal-calendar simcal-default-calendar simcal-default-calendar-list simcal-default-calendar-light\" data-calendar-id=\"830\" data-timezone=\"America\/New_York\" data-offset=\"-14400\" data-week-start=\"1\" data-calendar-start=\"1776398400\" data-calendar-end=\"1778792400\" data-events-first=\"1778587200\" data-events-last=\"1778792400\">  <div class=\"simcal-calendar-list simcal-calendar-list-compact\">  <div class=\"simcal-events-list-container\" data-prev=\"1778587200\" data-next=\"1778792400\" data-heading-small=\"May 2026\" data-heading-large=\"May 2026\">  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-2 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-830\" data-events-count=\"1\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-830\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1778587200\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1778587200\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-12T08:00:00-04:00\">May 12, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1778587200\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-12T08:00:00-04:00\">8:00 am<\/span> - <span class=\"simcal-event-end simcal-event-end-time\" data-event-end=\"1778619600\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"endDate\" content=\"2026-05-12T17:00:00-04:00\">5:00 pm<\/span><br \/>\n <span class=\"simcal-event-address simcal-event-start-location\" itemprop=\"location\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Place\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)\" \/><meta itemprop=\"address\" content=\"Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)\" \/><\/span><\/p> <div>  <div class=\"simcal-event-description\" itemprop=\"description\"> <p>Must be AEMT Certified to begin this course.<\/p> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <div class=\"simcal-weekday-4 simcal-past simcal-day simcal-day-has-events simcal-day-has-1-events simcal-events-calendar-830\" data-events-count=\"1\"> <ul class=\"simcal-events\">\n\t<li class=\"simcal-event simcal-events-calendar-830\" style=\"\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Event\" data-start=\"1778760000\"> <div class=\"simcal-event-details\"> <p><strong><span class=\"simcal-event-title\" itemprop=\"name\">Paramedic Start (AEMT Bridge)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-date\" data-event-start=\"1778760000\" data-event-format=\"F j, Y\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-14T08:00:00-04:00\">May 14, 2026<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"simcal-event-start simcal-event-start-time\" data-event-start=\"1778760000\" data-event-format=\"g:i a\" itemprop=\"startDate\" content=\"2026-05-14T08:00:00-04:00\">8:00 am<\/span> - 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