Paramedic Technician Program
Preview Program
Whether you’re looking at the one-year EMT Paramedic or the two-year Paramedic Technician program, it is important to understand the expectations and requirements.
Take time to schedule an appointment to meet with students and instructors who will be able to answer your questions and help you make an informed decision about your future career as an EMT Paramedic or a Paramedic Technician.
Admission Requirements
Students in this program must:
- Complete the application form and submit with fee (fee waiver may apply
if previously submitted)
- Complete Accuplacer entrance assessment to determine placement (waiver
may apply with acceptable alternative test scores and/or postsecondary
degree completion)
- Have earned a high school deploma or GED certificate; current high
school seniors must provide documentation upon graduation
- Complete current "CPR for Healthcare Providers" certification
- Provide documentation of current licensure as a Wisconsin EMT or
documentation of working toward Wisconsin EMT licensure
- Submit signed
Criminal History Record Check Statement of Understanding
- Review and sign the
Functional Abilities Statement
of Understanding
- Submit signed
Caregiver Background Check Statement of Understanding
- Complete one year of high school or one term of college-level chemistry with a
2.0 or better
- Complete admissions interview with a WITC counselor (above requirements
should be completed prior to interview)
Program-Specific Requirements
In order to be admitted to the program, the student must:
- Pass a physical exam, have current immunizations, and demonstrate negative status for tuberculosis (Tb)
- Have acceptable results based on the Wisconsin Criminal History Single
Name Record Request, Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check, Minnesota
Caregiver Background Check (if applicable), and/or other states if
applicable
Review our professional links page to review career opportunities and discover more about this versatile and exciting field.
Contact an Admissions Advisor to schedule your program shadow today.
Contact an Admissions Advisor to schedule your program shadow today.
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