Emergency Medical Services AAS Degree Courses

Suggested Sequence of Study

The following suggested sequence of study is for new full-time students starting the program Fall 2024, Spring 2025, or Summer 2025.

When you’re ready to register for classes, visit Self-Service, Student Planning. This will show you your specific program requirements and how you’re doing so far.

Please note that course offerings and costs can change. See what’s included in the cost calculation.

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Semester 1

  • Most courses can be taken fall, spring, or summer semester.
Course Note Credits Cost
BIO-163 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
4 $900.00
or BIO-168 Human Anatomy and Physiology I
4 $900.00
BIO-173 Human Anatomy and Physiology II
4 $900.00
EMS-363 Emergency Medical Technician I
3 $993.00
EMS-364 Emergency Medical Technician II This course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite
3 $879.00
EMS-365 Emergency Medical Technician II Clinical This course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite
1 $225.00
ENG-105 Composition I This course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite
3 $675.00

Total Credits: 14

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $3,672.00

Semester 2

  • Most courses can be taken fall, spring, or summer semester.
Course Note Credits Cost
EMS-856 Management of Emergency Medical Services
3 $675.00
or CSC-110 Introduction to Computers
3 $675.00
or FIR-139 Fire Fighter I
4 $1314.00
or PEH-111 Personal Wellness
3 $675.00
MAT-110 Math for Liberal Arts This course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite
3 $675.00
or MAT-121 College Algebra
4 $900.00
or MAT-156 Statistics
3 $675.00
SOC-110 Introduction to Sociology
3 $675.00
or PSY-111 Introduction to Psychology
3 $675.00
SPC-101 Fundamentals of Oral Communication
3 $675.00

Total Credits: 12

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $2,700.00

Semester 3 — Fall

Course Note Credits Cost
EMS-541 Clinical I
3 $910.00
EMS-610 Paramedic Pharmacology and Medication Administration
4 $1198.00
EMS-619 Airway and Patient Assessment
4 $936.00
EMS-641 Introduction to Paramedicine
3 $901.00
EMS-674 Cardiology for the Paramedic
4 $928.00

Total Credits: 18

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $4,873.00

Semester 4 — Spring

Course Note Credits Cost
EMS-546 Clinical II This course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite
3 $675.00
EMS-650 Medical and Psychological Emergencies
4 $925.00
EMS-654 EMS Operations
2 $500.00
EMS-668 Special Considerations for the Paramedic
2 $460.00
EMS-678 Traumatic Emergencies for the Paramedic
3 $675.00
EMS-688 Field Experience for the Paramedic
1 $225.00

Total Credits: 15

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $3,460.00

Semester 5 — Summer

Course Note Credits Cost
EMS-655 Transition to Paramedic Practice This course has a prerequisite and/or corequisite
4 $1110.00

Total Credits: 4

Total Tuition + Course Fees: $1,110.00

Cost Calculations

The cost calculations are based on 2024–2025 resident tuition, fees, and any additional course fees. These are for informational purposes only and not a guarantee of what you'll be charged.

  • Course Cost: The course cost is calculated by multiplying resident tuition and fees per credit hour by the number of credits for the course, then adding any applicable course fees.
  • Total Tuition + Course Fees: This is the total tuition and course fees for all courses during the semester. If there are multiple courses that can fulfill the same requirement, we’ll use the first one listed for the calculation.

Additional Costs to Consider

When budgeting for your program, be sure to include the cost of books.

Keep in mind that some programs may have additional expenses, like tools, equipment, supplies, uniforms, exam fees, and background checks. Check with your faculty advisor for more details.

Program Contacts

Admissions

Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 134
319-296-4000
Email Admissions

Regular Hours — Spring 2025

Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4:30 PM

Academic Advisor

Lisa Wright
Main Campus
Hawkeye Center 208
319-296-4014 ext.1068
Email Lisa Wright

Faculty Advisor and Paramedic Program Director

Johnathan Cockrell
Main Campus
Grundy Hall 204AA
319-296-4428
Email Johnathan Cockrell

Faculty Advisor and EMT Program Director

Greg Helmuth
Main Campus
Grundy Hall 204Z
319-296-2329 ext.1401
Email Greg Helmuth