Day and night classes, as well as an accelerated 14 week program to paramedic, are available every semester. Upon its successful completion, the individual is qualified to receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree from TCC, as well as certification to practice as a Nationally Registered Paramedic. Many students first complete their paramedic studies and then their course requirements to obtain their degree. EMS activities are relevant to ambulance providers, fire-rescue, hospitals, industrial health, military, and volunteer services. As the need for qualified EMTs has grown, nursing homes, sporting events, cruises, and other recreational settings, have started utilizing the skills and readiness of qualified EMTs.
Classes are available day and evening in two day a week four hour sessions for a full semester.
A physical exam with proof of specific immunizations is required before a student can start clinical in the hospital. You will be placed on a temporary roster. Registration and payment will occur on the first day of class. Tidewater Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate Degree. Must be CT eligible to start field internship Tidewater Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate Degree.