Accelerated Paramedic Program???

[medicRob]

In a recent RCT (RTAs long lost brother perhaps?) nine out of ten people liked Brown

However it should be noted Brown is no longer single, sorry mate.

1 out of ten people suffer from pain when they urinate...

Does this mean that 9 out of 10 people enjoy it?

 

[Outbac1]

Mr. Brown thank you for the response to my question concerning this program... I realize the topic of these accelerated programs draws much negative attention and am not talking the program just to get a cert. I have worked as a heath care profession for 5 years(ALS and ER tech in Tier I trauma room South Central LA) so I do have a good strong foundation to build on. The program is accredited, and if you go the CAAHEP site you will see their name. What I am in seach for is anyone who may have gone to this school and through their program.

I'm afraid I have to side with Mr Brown and company on this. Perhaps you can explain how being an ER Tech gives you a foundation to build on. What are your responsibilities as an ER Tech? Whats your educational background? Do you already have a science degree?

If you really want to be a good Paramedic provider and valued member of the health care team, stay away from all of these quickie programs. There is simply no way on Gods green earth you can be a competent, educated provider in 3 - 6 months.

 

[JLUTHER]

Actually, Pelham Training is Accredited for their Paramedic program. As far as no one ever passing the class. Call them up and ask them for pass rates on the class. Both practical skills and written was in the 90% range on the first attempt for the NREMT testing. Also they only take EMT s with previous experience. At least a year to 2 years on a high call volume emergency service. Also, they aren't just making patch collectors, the majority of the class has a number military personnel. All of the former students from this program are have been employed as paramedics.

 

[TacoMEDIC]

12 week didactic where I went to Paramedic School. M-F 8a-6p. Total of 4.5-5 months from start to accreditation/ graduation. 65%+ fail rate. It's tough, but entirely possible if you are EXTREMELY DEDICATED and can afford to do nothing but study and go to school/internships for the entirety of the program. The program requires at least 1 year of EMT experience (911 preferred) and a FF1 certification or FF1 academy. The program is designed for Fire Departments to send their full time FFs at a lower expense. Keep in mind that if a FD sends a FF, they have to pay tuition, wages, OT wages to cover the FFs spot while in school, etc. It can get very expensive. That is why they try to keep the time required to a minimum. Private EMTs can attend, but the wait list is 2+ years unless you are sponsored by a FD or have a connection.

 

[Zalan]

To the OP:

There is another option to consider if your near Bloomington IN. Ivy Tech only requires High School Diploma, Emt-b, & A&P 1 to start their Paramedic program. You`ll also have to finish A&P 2 before moving onto the second semester of the program. You don`t have to get the degree to get the emt-p testing. Plus, depending on your income you may be able to get a grant to pay for it all.