JCCC’s Emergency Medical Science (EMS) program will prepare you to enter the workforce of emergency medicine.
Become equipped to respond in emergencies
The JCCC Emergency Medical Science classes are taught by industry professionals with extensive experience as field providers in emergency healthcare.
The Emergency Medical Science curriculum provides the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors to provide emergency medical care. Our program uses scenario simulations to provide hands-on learning experience that equips student for the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of being an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provider. We offer progressively intense programs that teach you the skills and expertise you’ll need to respond anytime, anywhere.
- In 6 credit hours, you can earn an Emergency Medical Responder Certificate.
- 12 credit hours lead you to an Emergency Medical Technician Certificate.
- Take 17 credit hours of general education requirements, then start your Paramedic Certificate. This program requires an application, interview, and selection to enroll. Applications are accepted February – April. Classes start in July and end in December of the following year.
Graduates of JCCC EMS courses are eligible to take the state test and the national test.
Why choose JCCC’s Emergency Medical Science program?
- Classes are limited to 24 students which encourages interactive and engaging discussions amongst classmates, lab staff, and professors.
- Tuition costs are reasonable, and our campus is conveniently located in the Kansas City metro area.
- JCCC classes are transferable to most four-year schools.
- Graduate first-time pass rates on State and National occupational licensure examinations are exceptionally consistent. *
Students with the discipline and drive to successfully complete JCCC’s programs not only earn eligibility for both state and national licensing exams but are also found employed with leading agencies across the nation. Employment opportunities include emergency medical services agencies, fire departments, hospitals, and industry or government agencies.
The JCCC EMS program encourages robust integration of learned lab skills and classroom knowledge through high-fidelity lab sessions in order to prepare students upon graduation for patient care in emergency situations.
Demand is high for emergency responders
Every community and most agencies have a need for a quick response team. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, public safety and health careers are indispensable.
Check out the success of JCCC’s graduates in the Power BI Post Graduate Report. Explore careers in EMS in Career Concourse.
JCCC is a nationally recognized leader in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education
The EMS program began in 1976 with the EMT program. The paramedic program started in 1983 and was accredited in 1986. Since this time, 719 paramedics graduated and 2,620 EMT certificates have been earned. JCCC EMT alumni can be found in EMS agencies regionally across the country.
*See how successful our students are
EMR Outcomes 2022 (Kansas) (PDF)
EMT Outcomes 2022 (Kansas) (PDF)
Accreditation
The Johnson County Community College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP).
To contact CAAHEP:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
Commission on accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CoAEMSP)
214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org
Contact Info
Email EMSinfo@jccc.edu for general inquiries about the EMS program,
Debbie Herrig, Administrative Assistant, EMS Program
Phone: 913-469-3419
Location: SCI 110A
Email: dherrig1@jccc.edu
Charles Foat, Director EMS
Phone: 913-469-3437
Location: SCI 110E
Email: cfoat@jccc.edu
