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Technical Diploma

Paramedic

Paramedic Overview

If you are level–headed, have a passion for medicine, and want to be on the front-lines helping people when they need it the most, CVTC’s Paramedic technical diploma could be the right choice for you. This one-year technical diploma will prepare you for a career in the medical field as a Paramedic. Apply today for a rewarding career that will make a big difference in the lives of people every day.

Throughout this program you will learn:

  • General Anatomy & Physiology
  • Emergency Resuscitation
  • EMS Operations
  • Pre-Hospital Pharmacology
  • Patient Assessment Principles
  • Pre-Hospital Advanced Life Support Skills

As a student, you will complete clinicals which allow you hands-on application of skills learned in the classroom. Upon completion of this program you will be eligible for national certification and Wisconsin licensure as an EMT-Paramedic. If you wish to continue your education, you can carry your credits into the two-year Paramedic Technician associate degree.

Before beginning the program, prerequisites are required. View prerequisite information.

Two-Year Associate Degree

Graduates of our one-year program have an opportunity to enroll in our advanced placement two-year Paramedic Technician program. Students must first enroll in the Paramedic program. Upon completion of the Paramedic program, a student can declare their intent to continue on into the Paramedic Technician Advanced Placement program.

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Career Opportunities

Fire Medic

Paramedic/Firefighter

Paramedic

Graduate Employers

City of Chippewa Falls

Eau Claire Fire Department

North Memorial Ambulance

Just the Facts

Paramedic
44 Credit Technical Diploma

Program Length
One Year

Delivery Method
Face-to-Face

Program Location
Eau Claire

Start Months
August, January

Next Start Date
January 27, 2025

 

Financial Aid Eligible

 

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Estimated Program Cost 

Learn more about the cost of attendance.

Term 1

$

1,039

Term 2

$

2,362

Term 3

$

2,578

Term 4

$

2,116

Term 5

$

1,387

Materials

$

946

Books

$

731

License, Certificate, or Credential

$

410

 What are estimated program costs? Estimated Total: $11,569

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Program Outcomes

CVTC graduates are ready for the workforce. Each year, we send our graduates the Graduate Follow-Up Survey asking several questions related to employment. Here are the program outcomes and job data.

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$50K* Yearly Salary

Paramedic professionals make an average starting salary of $50,166.

 

100% Employed

100% of our recent Paramedic graduates got a job in the industry.

 

5 Regional Jobs

There are 5 job openings in the CVTC district for the Paramedic industry.

 
* This wage is not specific to CVTC graduates. Wage estimates are based on entry-level positions and are gathered from Lightcast which is an economic modeling software that blends historical and projected industry and occupation trends within CVTC's 11-county district. Wage estimates are based on Occupational Employment Statistics and the American Community Survey.

Transfer

Credits to Other Institutions

Should you choose to continue your education after you leave CVTC, we have agreements in place with several institutions to ensure an easy transfer.

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Program Courses

These are a few of the courses you will take in this program. Courses and the recommended sequence change from year to year; once you are enrolled in a program at CVTC you will be given a recommended course sequence that outlines what courses you should take and the order in which to take them.

You may search for available courses. If you are ever unsure of what courses to take, talk to your academic advisor. If you are looking for course information for previous years, check out our past catalogs.

Here are a few of the courses you can take in the Paramedic program.

Sample Courses

Paramedic Medical Principles
This course addresses the complex depth of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of major human systems while also introducing the paramedic students to the topics of shock, immunology, and bleeding.

Advanced Emergency Resuscitation
By teaching Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) methodologies and protocols, this course prepares the paramedic student in the integration of comprehensive knowledge of causes and pathophysiology into the management of shock, respiratory failure, respiratory arrest, cardiac arrest, and peri-arrest states with an emphasis on early intervention to prevent respiratory and/or cardiac arrest if possible.

Special Patient Populations
This course teaches the paramedic student to integrate assessment findings with principles of anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, and pathophysiology to formulate a field impression and implement a comprehensive treatment plan for patients with special needs. Gynecological emergencies, along with special considerations in trauma are also included within this course.

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Earn Credentials Along the Way

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Career Pathways are a clear, manageable way to access education that provides employer-recognized, stackable credentials tied to specific jobs, education, and career progression. Career Pathways are beneficial to high school students and teachers, parents, adult students, and employers.

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Related Programs & Certificates

Whether you're looking to continue your learning to another program or to gain continuing education credit, CVTC offers a variety of learning opportunities for students.

Degrees & Diplomas

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Technical Diploma

FireMedic, Associate Degree

Nursing, Associate Degree

Paramedic Technician, Associate Degree

Continue Your Learning

CVTC can help you achieve your learning goals whether you are looking to advance your career or enrich your personal life.

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Admission Requirements

Each program requires specific requirements a student must meet to be considered for admissions to this program.

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