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This program provides students with the knowledge and skills required to function within the Emergency Medical Services System.
The Paramedic program meets or exceeds the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requirements for certification eligibility. (See other page for certification and preadmission requirements.
Northeastern Junior College's Paramedic program provides specific training for those interested in attaining the highest level of certification for a pre-hospital worker. The paramedic program trains students in high-level responsibilities such as:
The paramedic program also prepares students for the National Registry examination and Colorado state certification.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a Northeastern Junior College Certificate of Occupational Proficiency and will be allowed to sit for the National Registry Paramedic Exam.
Application requirements and procedure for Paramedic Certification. Applications are accepted Jan. 1st until the class is full.
Apply to Northeastern Junior College (NJC) for general college admission, if you are not a current NJC student. Upon completion of admission you will obtain your Student number. (Example S01234567).
If you already have an S number from another Colorado Community College System (CCCS) school, you are still required to apply to Northeastern Junior College. You can apply to NJC online at www.njc.edu
Before registering for courses at NJC you need to show readiness for college course work in reading, math and English. This can be accomplished by a Placement test, ACT scores, Placement self-survey or comparable course work. Set up a meeting with an advisor to determine the best approach for you.
Complete the required pre-admission requirements (Pre-Requisites Courses and Other Requirements) before being accepted into the paramedic program.
The Northeastern Junior College Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self-Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the National Registry's Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
To contact CoAEMSP: 214-703-8445 www.coaemsp.org
| Course Fees (subject to change) NOT included in Tuition: | |
|---|---|
| Uniforms: | $75.00 |
| My Clinical Exchange Access: | $39.50 |
| ACLS Certification: | $18.00 |
| PALS Certification: | $18.00 |
| Clinical Site Fees: $35/clinical | $420.00 |
| Disposables/PPE: | $173.00 |
| Malpractice Insurance: | $9.48 |
| Course Fees Total | $752.98 |
| Additional Fees/Costs (subject to change) NOT included in Tuition | |
| Pearson book/Online access card: (hardcover or looseleaf is extra) | $110.00 |
| Platinum Planner (Clinical Tracker System): | $95.00 |
| Background Check: | $70.00 |
| Drug Test: | $65.00 |
| ACLS Book (current AHA Cost) ACLS Products | American Heart Association | $50.95 |
| PALS Book (current AHA Cost) PALS Products | American Heart Association | $60.45 |
| National Registry Paramedic Written Examination: | $175.00 |
| Uniforms: if needed, cost varies $50-$200 | |
| Student Immunizations/Health Screening: if needed, cost varies | |
| Additional Fees Total | $626.40 |
| Course Fees Total | $752.98 |
| Additional Fees Total | $626.40 |
| Total Fees | $1,379.38 |
