Paramedics are highly-regarded health professionals, in part due to television and public events that have heightened awareness of this program.

The world of emergency medical services (EMS) is very dynamic, changing and evolving continually. Paramedics have many new challenges in the care of the ill and injured requiring a higher standard of learning, particularly with interests of national security. The field of paramedicine is evolving to new areas beyond emergency care in the streets.

Stark State College offers a two-year associate in applied science degree of emergency medical services technology. The EMT-basic and paramedic certification courses are included within this degree pathway, as well as courses designed to enhance management skills in the healthcare industry.

The EMS associate degree will provide the initial knowledge and skills necessary for this profession.

According to various sections of the Ohio Law and Regulations for Certification and Licensure Boards, persons convicted of any misdemeanor or felony are required to report this information to the applicable licensure/certification board. For more information, contact the Emergency Services Coordinator.

Suggested Course Sequence

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NOTE: The following two courses must be taken prior to taking Paramedic I		Credit Hours
EMS121	Emergency Medical Technician - Basic *	5
BIO101	Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology **	3
		8
First Semester
EMS122	Paramedic I/Seminar	10
ENG124	College Composition †	3
		13
Second Semseter
EMS221	Paramedic II/Seminar	10
MTH101	Introduction to Algebra ***	4
FST224	Legal Aspects	2
		16
Third Semester
EMS222	Paramedic III/Seminar	4
		4
Fourth Semester
BCA120	Business Computer Applications	4
BIO125	Medical Terminology	3
PSY121	General Psychology	3
HIT230	Health Care Delivery in the US	2
		12
Fifth Semester
OTA223	Life Span Development	5
FST225	Hazardous Materials	3
BUS121	Business Administration	4
COM121	Effective Speaking	3
		15
	TOTAL CREDITS	68

† Based on SSC placement score
* EMS121 is a pre-requisite for EMS122. A student can waive this course by showing proof of current State of Ohio EMT-B Certification.
** BIO101 must be completed with a grade of “B” or higher prior to the start of EMS122.
*** MTH103 Elements of Algebra may be substituted for MTH101 Intro. to Algebra.