The EMT/Paramedic Program at Greenville Technical College offers classroom and hands-on education in a state-of-the-art environment, including the college’s Dr. Barbara P. Lassiter STAT Center Lab. With a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and opportunities for service, graduates are fully prepared for the workplace.
Local health care agencies depend on Greenville Technical College to provide skilled emergency medical providers.
If you're seeking a career in a high-demand field, we can help make your education even more affordable.
The Career Pathways Scholarship may cover the cost of tuition, fees and books if you're enrolled in a qualifying program at GTC.
Please note: Pre-Health Sciences and Pre-Nursing students who are currently enrolled as Associate of Science students are not eligible for the scholarship until they are accepted and enrolled into the Health Sciences/Nursing program they have selected.
Employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Emergencies, such as car crashes, natural disasters, and acts of violence, will continue to require the skills of EMTs and paramedics.
National Outlook
Take a look at the career from a national perspective from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
MINIMUM EXPECTATIONS
To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THE PROGRAM
Topics include:Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP)
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The Committee on Accreditation of Education Programs for the Emergency Medical Professions (CoAEMSP) requires the following be made available and published a 3-year review-window. The Greenville Technical College Paramedic Program was awarded full accreditation and has maintained it since 1988.
In compliance with CAAHEP Accreditation Standard V.A.4, the Paramedic Program’s three-year review-window average results for 1) National Registry Practical Exams, 2) National Registry Written Exams, 3) Retention, and 4) Positive Placement, are listed below.
| Cohort Year | Graduation | % Practical Exam Pass Rate |
% Written Exam Pass Rate |
% Retention | % Positive Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2022 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| 2020 | 2021 | 100% | 90% | 70% | 95% |
| 2019 | 2020 | 100% | 100% | 80% | 100% |
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Professional Licensure and Certification Requirements
Students who are considering an academic program that may allow them to pursue professional licensure in another state are strongly encouraged to check that state’s information and contact the appropriate licensing agency for additional information and guidance before beginning the program.
Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Many local agencies and facilities work with us to provide field experience and clinical experience for our students.
Clinical Sites
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Emergency Medical Technology
Associate in Applied Science (AAS.EMT)
This program covers all aspects of the paramedic profession and is designed to integrate both theory and practical “hands-on” educational experiences. The flexibility of the curriculum allows the student to enter the profession at the Paramedic level and continue with their education while working.
EMT program details from our current catalog »
Certified paramedics – find out how your certification and experience may count toward completion of your EMT degree. Degree completion details »
Emergency Medical Technician
Certificate in Applied Science (CAS.EMT7)
This certificate covers topics necessary for EMT certification and is designed to integrate both theory and practical "hands-on" educational experiences.
EMT certificate details from our current catalog »
EMT-Paramedic (CAS.EMTP6)
Certificate in Applied Science
This certificate covers topics necessary for Paramedic certification and is designed to integrate both theory and Practical “hands-on” educational experiences. This track parallels the Emergency Medical Technology Associate in Applied Science without the general education courses to complete the degree.
EMT-Paramedic certificate details from our current catalog »
Click the program below to view the ideal grouping of courses in order by semester. This plan assumes a full-time schedule. Note, however, that many variables can affect this plan, and not every course is offered every semester. Please see your advisor to map out your own personalized progression toward graduation.
Emergency Medical Technology
Associate in Applied Science
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COSTS (out of pocket and prices subject to change):
EMT SPECIFIC:
PARAMEDIC SPECIFIC:
In addition to the Greenville Technical College admissions process outlined in these Enrollment Steps, students interested in a program in the School of Health Sciences must also understand the School of Health Sciences policies.
The EMT/Paramedic program strictly adheres to all the School of Health Sciences policies, which are detailed on the Health Sciences admissions information page.
All health requirements and documentation must be completed by the first day of class. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. If you come to class on the first day and these requirements are not complete, you will be dropped from the class.
In addition to the Greenville Technical College admissions process outlined in these Enrollment Steps, students interested in a program in the School of Health Sciences must also
“To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.”
The EMT/Paramedic program strictly adheres to all the School of Health Sciences policies, which are detailed on the Health Sciences admissions information page.
Participating in a Career Talk session for your program is a requirement for all Health Sciences students. Career Talk is an information session that covers all program information, the admissions process and all aspects of the career. Due to the complex nature of the weighted admissions process, students are encouraged to review the career talk as soon as they have an interest in the program to make sure they have a clear understanding of the career and the acceptance process.
Access the online Career Talk presentation for Paramedic (pdf) »
All health requirements and documentation must be completed by the first day of class. There are NO EXCEPTIONS. If you come to class on the first day and these requirements are not complete, you will be dropped from the class.
The application submission process for GTC's Paramedic program is now electronic. The electronic application will only be accessible during the application acceptance period, August 15- November 15. Questions related to the Weighted Admission process may be directed to EMTDepartment@gvltec.edu.
Academic Program Director
Chris Ruggiero
Christopher.Ruggiero@gvltec.edu
864-236-6506
Get answers to your questions about the EMT and Paramedic program.