Thanks for your interest in our Emergency Medical Services Program. At Broward College, you will find the education and training you need to meet the demands and enjoy the rewards of a career in the EMS field. From our entry-level Emergency Medical Technician diploma program to advanced programs for earning an associate in science degree in Emergency Medical Services and a Paramedic certificate, our capacity for turning out quality EMS providers has been widely acclaimed in Broward County. Our graduates are heavily recruited for positions throughout Florida. If a career in EMS appeals to you, I can assure you, Broward College is the right place to "train and gain."

Technically Speaking

Emergency Medical Service personnel are highly trained health care professionals who administer immediate care to those suffering medical or traumatic injuries that occur in and out of the hospital setting. Primary responsibilities include:

• Examining patients.
• Taking vital signs.
• Obtaining medical histories.
• Providing basic life support and emergency medical care to stabilize a patient's condition.

Personally Speaking

No two days at work are ever alike for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT's) and Paramedics. Their medical specialty demands that they frequently work fast and under pressure in all kinds of settings. As a result, their job is never boring, and playing a key role in helping the injured and saving lives has its rewards. If such a career appeals to you, our three EMS programs are a proven training ground for success.

• Emergency Medical Technician Diploma
• A basic training program in life support skills for entry-level EMS employment.
• Paramedic Certificate
• An advanced training program for EMS positions of high-level, extensive care responsibility.
• Associate in Science in Emergency Medical Services
• Credits from both programs can be applied to the Associate in Science Degree in EMS, designed for those seeking career advancement in prehospital emergency care.