Are you interested in helping people with medical care in emergency situations? The purpose of these programs is to produce competent Emergency Service professionals who can provide the highest level of out-of-hospital care. Students will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification, upon successful completion of these programs. These credentials lead to licensure or certification in Virginia and most other states. This program is offered in cooperation with Southwest Virginia Community College.
STEPS TO APPLY TO THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROGRAMS
We’re happy to help you along your journey of becoming an Emergency Medical Services Professional (EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic). Following these steps will prepare you for applying to the program.
- Apply to Virginia Highlands.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Need help with the FAFSA? We’re happy to walk you through the online application. Visit us in the Campus Connection Center of the ISC building or give us a call at 276-739-2438.
- The next step is to meet with a VHCC academic advisor. The advisor will help you with all the steps, from reviewing the admissions requirements to applying to the program.
- For students interested in the Advanced EMT or Paramedic programs, please fill out the application at EMS Program Applications and submit by May 15.
After you examine the provided application materials, should you still have questions in order to decide whether you wish to apply for admission to the paramedic, advanced EMT or Intermediate to Paramedic Bridge programs, please contact program director Bill Akers at Bill.Akers@sw.edu or 276-964-7729
THIS PROGRAM QUALIFIES FOR G3 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING!
G3 covers tuition and fees for individuals living in Virginia who qualify for state financial aid.