Application to Advanced Coursework in EMS Professions

Students must make formal application to the EMSP Program to pursue coursework beyond the EMT-Basic level (EMSP 1501/1160). Applicants who are currently certified at the EMT-Basic or EMT-Intermediate level or have completed EMSP 1501 (EMT-Basic) and EMSP 1160 (EMT-Basic Clinical) but who do not yet hold EMT-Basic certification may be accepted, with the provision that they obtain EMT-Basic certification prior to beginning the first paramedic clinical assignment.

An official application portfolio can be downloaded (.pdf file), obtained in Winship 174, or by calling the EMSP Program at 281-618-5781. The application must be submitted prior to July 31st preceding the fall semester for which admission is desired. The portfolio must include:

1. A completed application for admission, including an application essay.
2. Documentation of high school graduation or a GED.
3. Copies of all relevant academic transcripts: high school, college or university, military service schools, and other proprietary schools.
4. A resume or curriculum vitae showing work history with an emphasis on EMS or other health care experience.
5. Documentation of EMT-Basic certification. Students who currently are enrolled in an EMT Basic course or who have completed EMT-Basic course work and are engaged in the credentialing process should provide a statement to this effect.
6. Verification of immunization against TDaP , MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B.
7. Negative results from a tuberculosis skin test (Manatoux) or chest x-ray performed within the last 12 months.
8. Proof of successful completion of the American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers, or an equivalent course approved by the Program Director, within the previous year.

*A successful criminal backgorund check from a college approved vendor is required for clinical partcipation and directions for completion are included in the application packet.

Letters regarding admission status will be mailed during the first week of August.

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