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EMS Internship Requirements

Some of our classes or programs require the completion of an internship caring for patients in clinical environments. Many of our affiliate rotation sites that students attend require proof of vaccination. All students entering a healthcare program such as EMT Practicum or Paramedic will need to provide proof of immunization and/or immunity for the following:

  • Hepatitis B series and Immunity – One of the following is required:
    • 3 vaccinations or
    • Positive antibody titer or
    • A signed school declination waiver
  • Measles, Mumps Rubella – One of the following is required:
    • 2 vaccinations or
    • Positive antibody titer for all 3 components
  • Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis)
    • Submit documentation of Tdap or booster within the past 10 years
  • Varicella Zoster Virus (Chicken Pox) - One of the following is required:
    • 2 vaccinations or
    • Positive antibody titer
  • Flu vaccine
    • Must be completed annually between August 1 and October 31
  • TB screening - One of the following is required:
    • 2 Step TB Skin Test (administered 1-3 weeks apart)
    • 2 consecutive annual skin tests (administered 10-12 months apart)
    • QuantiFeron Gold Blood test (Lab report required)
    • IGRA blood test (Lab report required)
    • Clear chest X-Ray (Lab report required)
  • COVID-19 - Due to rapidly changing affiliate rotation site requirements, contact the EMS Program Director for the most current requirements and process.