Federal student aid is not currently available through the School of EMS. However, we do offer an option for third-party financing or payment plans. Tuition Options

The EMT program ranges from 16-18 weeks in length, depending on individual state requirements. Please reference the course calendars for more specific information.EMT Program

Our paramedic programs are typically 45 weeks in length, although regional differences may apply. Please reference the course calendars for more specific information. Paramedics Program

Our online programs are designed to accommodate varying work schedules. The online programs are not self-paced. While you can view lectures and complete your course work at a time convenient to you, the program does have established weekly deadlines. Discussions, quizzes, and homework are all due at various times during a weekly module. Students should plan to invest, on average, 10-20 hours per week in this program. 

School of EMS has a Memorandum of Understanding agreement with Columbia Southern University. Please click here to learn more information.

The National Registry of EMTs requires you to be 18 years of age to sit for the certifying exam. Individual states vary on age requirement.  

You must be 18 years of age to be eligible for the National Registry Certifying Exam, and
you must have graduated high school or have a GED.

Students must have current State or National Registry EMT Certification, and a high school diploma or GED. We recommend competence in reading comprehension and basic high school math. Many paramedic programs require anatomy and physiology as a pre-requisite. The School of EMS paramedic program incorporates that content into our course. 

There is no specific registration deadline for courses. Students are encouraged to register 4 to 6 weeks prior to the beginning of the course. Last-minute registrations may be accepted. 

Yes! Every career must start somewhere. The EMT course is an entry-level course that is designed for people with no previous medical experience, and minimal knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Every paramedic starts their career as an EMT and a current certification is a pre-requisite to register for the paramedic course. 

Many jobs are available to both EMTs and paramedics. Please click here to learn more about jobs in EMS.

Click here to begin an application.

Yes, the School Of EMS Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). 

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 727-210-2350 www.caahep.org 

To contact CoAEMSP: 214-703-8445 www.coaemsp.org

In many cases, yes. School of EMS works with students across the country and strives to help students complete clinical and field requirements as close to home as possible. Explore our clinical site availability varies by state and region. Contact us to discuss options in your area.

Potentially. Many students complete field internship hours with their current employer or local EMS agency. All clinical and field sites must meet School of EMS requirements and complete the necessary affiliation process before approval. Reach out to us to learn more.

School of EMS proudly supports military members and veterans. Housing stipend assistance may also be available in certain states through School of EMS and its third-party administrator.

Clinical partners often require documentation of certain immunizations, physical exams, background checks, and other health requirements before students can begin clinical rotations. Specific requirements may vary by clinical site and state.

While the didactic portion of our online classes are completed remotely (from home), there are live lab days for both the EMT and Paramedic classes that are completed at one of our live lab locations.

In regards to our EMS programs:

The primary difference between our Online and Hybrid EMS programs is how the required in-person lab days are scheduled. Both formats include the same total number of lab days, but they are completed differently.

EMT Program: Both the Online and Hybrid EMT programs require a total of 6 in-person lab days.

• Hybrid EMT: Students attend lab sessions approximately once every two weeks using a mirror-lab approach. This schedule is designed to provide greater flexibility for shift workers and other busy professionals.
• Online EMT: Students complete their lab requirements during two scheduled sessions: 2 days during Week 2 and 4 days during Week 5.

Paramedic Program: Both the Online and Hybrid Paramedic programs require a total of 12 in-person lab days.

• Hybrid Paramedic: Students attend lab sessions every several weeks throughout the program, totaling 12 lab days.
• Online Paramedic: Students complete their 12 lab days across three separate 4-day sessions, held during Weeks 9, 28, and 37. In both the EMT and Paramedic programs, the total number of required lab days remains the same regardless of format. The only difference is how frequently students attend those lab sessions and how the in-person training is scheduled throughout the program.

Many of our students successfully complete their training while working full-time. However, EMS education is rigorous and requires dedicated study time, clinical rotations, and lab attendance. Students should plan their schedules carefully before enrolling.

School of EMS programs are designed to prepare students for National Registry certification and state licensure eligibility requirements. However, licensing requirements vary by state. Students should consult their state's EMS regulatory agency to verify specific licensing requirements.

If your preferred EMS agency, fire department, or hospital is not currently affiliated with School of EMS, our clinical team may be able to work with the organization to establish a clinical agreement. Approval timelines and requirements vary by location.

>> Have your agency contact our clinical department to begin the affiliation process.

Yes. School of EMS offers multiple payment options including self-pay, employer sponsorship, agency sponsorship, veteran benefits and state funding opportunities in select locations, and financing options for qualifying students. Funding availability varies by state and program, and students should speak with admissions to determine which options are available for their selected course. Click here to learn more.