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While the college does not require a COVID-19 vaccination at this time, Health Sciences programs are required by the state of Florida and national accrediting bodies to provide instruction in clinical healthcare settings. These clinical facilities set the compliance rules (i.e. immunizations, drug screenings, and fitness for duty) that students must meet to be eligible for instruction at these sites. At this time, If you decide not to receive a Covid-19 vaccination (or any other required immunization or screening), you will not be able to complete a Health Science Program. If you have any questions about these requirements, please speak to your admissions counselor.
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. Three programs are available for EMTs, paramedics, and those pursuing an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Emergency Medical Services:
A one-semester Applied Technology Diploma for beginners provides basic training in life support skills for entry-level EMS employment.
This four-semester advanced training Technical Certificate prepares EMT diploma graduates for EMS positions with high levels of responsibility and extensive patient care.
A two-semester addition for Paramedic certificate holders (6 semesters total) that provides leadership training and a foundation for career advancement.
EMTs and paramedics are the eyes and ears of the medical community. Being a paramedic is less about dramatic resuscitations and more about being:
As a student in our programs, and later as a professional working in the field, you'll encounter a number of tasks, skills and personal qualities vital to success, including:
Mission Statement
The primary mission of the Broward College Paramedic Program is to provide competent, culturally sensitive, skilled Paramedics who were exposed to a strong educational foundation inclusive of cognitive, psychomotor and affective learning domains. Our goal is to provide graduates that offer the highest quality of pre-hospital emergency medical care. Through our partnerships within the community, we are the leading EMS program in Broward County.
Program Goals
To prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. Both the institutional and program goals focus on the preparation of the student for employment, the preparation of the student for higher level education, providing learning opportunities for the student and the overall success of the student.
Technical Performance Standards
The professional level of a Paramedic requires highly skilled and competent individuals who function as integral members of the health care team. The Paramedic must acquire and maintain specialized technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality patient care. The activities listed below are examples of the type of activities in which a student in the Paramedic program will be required to perform in order to successfully complete the program.
Scheduling Options
This EMT program is offered on either Central or North Campus in the day or in the evening. The Paramedic Program is offered either in the day or evening. The first two semesters are offered on North Campus and the last two semesters are offered on Central Campus. For the Paramedic program, the schedule a student enters with, is the one that the student is required to stay with. Hardships will be considered on a case by case basis.
Program Length
The EMT certification course is one semester long (12 credit hours). The Paramedic Certificate is four semesters in length (42 credit hours). The total time to complete the EMS Associate’s Degree program is six semesters (73 credit hours).
Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length. During the Summer semester, it is only 12 weeks in length, but the content you are taking is the same as-if it was the longer 16 week semester. Therefore Summer class sessions are longer in duration. The total amount of time in each class is the same number of hours whether you attend in the Fall/Spring or in the Summer.
EMS Cohort Model
Broward College EMT and Paramedic programs are organized as cohorts, groups of students who take all of their courses together. People learn better in groups, and cohorts also build community, teach accountability, foster leadership skills, and encourage communication. These attributes are critical to the EMS profession. Our cohorts are also arranged as “day” and “night” groups to make your class schedule as consistent as possible.
EMT Cohorts
The EMT program currently offers two cohorts on Central campus (“EMT Day” and EMT Night”) and one EMT Night cohort on North campus.
Paramedic Cohorts
The Paramedic program offers Day and Night cohorts that meet on different campuses depending on the semester.
The EMS program has several milestones and is designed for students to be able to earn an Associate of Science degree in EMS in six semesters.
Courses are offered at both Central Campus in Davie as well as North Campus in Coconut Creek.
The estimated total cost of the:
* The cost listed above is a current estimate and is subject to change without notice.
Health Sciences Programmatic Admissions Criteria
EMT (ATD) Application Periods:
Paramedic Certificate Application Periods:
Application Period: Open Ended – Begins each term
Important Note: Starting with Fall 2022, PSY2012 will no longer be required for students applying for the program. Students must take either POS2041 (National Government) or AMH 2020 (History of the United States Since 1877) to satisfy the Social/Behavioral Science elective. Please see your academic advisor for more information. More information regarding the civic literacy requirement can be found on the Civic Literacy Graduation Requirement site.
The faculty at Broward College’s EMS program represents the best, brightest and most talented paramedics, nurses and physicians in our region. Program faculty serve as lecturers, lab instructors, clinical preceptors and mentors to paramedic students during their time at Broward College. Additionally, Broward College EMS program faculty include virtually every fire, EMS and police agency in this region. This adds incredible depth to the learning experience of our students as they learn from the best of the best.
The job outlook for EMTs and paramedics is expected to grow at a much faster pace than average, with a 22 percent increase in career opportunities, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Upon completing your certification or associate’s degree, your primary responsibilities will include:
Our graduates are heavily recruited for positions throughout Florida and they find career opportunities in a variety of areas, such as:
The National Registry of EMTs can be a valuable site to search for EMS job postings and news. You can also browse jobs through Broward College’s Career Center.
Visit the Florida Department of Health's website for EMT and Paramedic licensing applications.
View the tutorial on "How to use the Online Licensure Application for Emergency Medical Technician Applicants."
Expanding your education provides a great opportunity to keep your career moving. Paramedic students are strongly encouraged to complete the Associate of Science Degree in EMS.
Paramedics who graduate from Broward College with a degree are automatically admitted to any Florida public university. This can lead to completion of a bachelor’s degree, nursing school, physician assistance school, law school or even medical school. Many paramedics go on to graduate school to learn more about educational theory, management and risk mitigation.
The Broward College Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Technical Certificate and AS Programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
To contact CAAHEP:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
1361 Park Street, Clearwater, Fl. 33756 | 727-210-2350
To contact CoAEMSP:
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312, Rowlett, Texas 75088 | 214-703-8445
CAAHEP Accredited Paramedic Programs and CoAEMSP Letter of Review (LoR) Programs track and report outcome measures annually to the Committee on Accreditation for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
The most current CoAEMSP Annual Report was for the calendar year 2021.
The most recent success rate for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic/State Cognitive exam was 83.8%.
The most recent positive placement rate for graduates was 97.5%. Positive placement is defined by the CoAEMSP as ‘Employed full or part-time in a related field and/or continuing his/her education and/or serving in the military’. Positive placement is measured at completion of the program.
The most recent retention rate was 60.6%.
Health Science Admissions
healthscience@broward.edu
Health Science Advisor
Aaron Dean
adean1@broward.edu
EMT Program Manager
David Gains
dgains@broward.edu
Paramedic Program Manager
Ryan Gabner
rgabner@broward.edu
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Broward College SACSCOC Accreditation Statement
Broward College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. Broward College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Broward 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).
Broward College Health Science Admissions staff may be contacted by email at healthscience@broward.edu.
North Campus
Building 46 | Room 252
1000 Coconut Creek Blvd.
Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Central Campus
Building 8 |Room 130
3501 Davie Road
Davie, FL 33314
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