This program is designed for the student who desires to become a competent entry-level paramedic who can service the community with advanced life support care via the EMS infrastructure. Upon completion of the AAS program, the student will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification in Virginia. Employment for paramedics is available with ambulance, fire and rescue services, hospitals, government departments, sales and humanitarian relief organizations.
Counseling
For more information about this program contact: 434.832.7800 or counseling@centralvirginia.edu
Accreditation
The Central Virginia Community College 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
9355 - 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088 214-703-8445
FAX 214-703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
Student Achievement
|
Year |
Pass Rate for Cognitive Exam |
Pass Rate for Psychomotor Exam |
Paramedic Program Student Retention Rate |
Positive Job Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2019 |
96% |
100% |
86% |
100% |
|
2020 |
93% |
93% |
57% |
93% |
| 2021 | 100% | 100% | 61% | 100% |
|
Overall |
96% |
97% |
68% |
97% |