Paramedic Program

Paramedic Program and Intermediate to Paramedic Bridge Program and RN to Paramedic

Why should I choose Aims for my paramedic education?
At Aims Community College we offer our paramedic students top notch instruction, clinical experiences and state of the art simulation labs. Much of our paramedic curriculum is taught by physicians as well as experienced paramedics working in the field. Our clinical sites are second to none. Students rotate through major hospitals, ambulance services and fire departments in Northern Colorado and the Denver Metro area. We have the latest computerized Simulation technology with Sim-Man and Sim-Baby as well as plenty of up to date equipment and experienced lab instructors.

We offer both a Paramedic Program, RN to Paramedic and an Intermediate to Paramedic Bridge Program.

Are any of the paramedic courses online? Yes, we are proud to offer Hybrid Paramedic Training. Patricial Rand is available to give you more detailed information.

What are the pre-requisites for the program?

Intermediate to Paramedic Bridge Program:

• Current State of Colorado EMT-I certification
• Current PALS, ACLS, BLS, IV and Basic EKG certifications
• Completion of Biology 201, 202 (or equivalent) with a grade “C” or better before completion of the Paramedic Program
• Completion of pre-admission testing
• If accepted, students must pass an American Databank background check
• If accepted, students must supply personal health insurance for the duration of the program

Paramedic Program:

• Current State of Colorado EMT-Basic Certification
• Current BLS, IV and EKG certification
• Completion of Biology 201, 202 (or equivalent) with a grade “C” or better before completion of the Paramedic Program
• Completion of pre-admission testing
• If accepted, students must pass an American Databank background check
• If accepted, students must supply personal health insurance for the duration of the program

RN to Paramedic Bridge:

• Current RN License
• Current State of Colorado EMT or EMT Intermediate Certification
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS/PEEP Certification
• Minimum of 2 years of ICU, CCU, ED, Flight, or CCU ground Team( applicants must complete the employment verification form and all experience must be within the last 5 years)
• Completion of pre-admission testing
• If Accepted, students must pass an American Databank background check.
• If accepted, students must supply personal health insurance for the duration of the program.

Is your program accredited?
Yes, we have full CAAHEP Accreditation!

How successful are your students?
100 percent of our paramedic program graduates are either currently employed or have received job offers.

When will the next program begin?

• The next cycle of paramedic school begins in August of 2010
• Applications for this cycle are due March 31, 2010
• Interviews and testing will be conducted in late Spring of 2010

Can I take any stand-alone paramedic courses?
Yes! During the Spring of 2010 we will be offering Paramedic Pharmacology and Paramedic Cardiology for any interested EMT. The courses are transferable into the paramedic program if you are accepted at a later date. Paramedic Cardiology has a prerequisite of Basic EKG. There are no prerequisites for Pharmacology. This is a great way to explore paramedic school and improve your EMT knowledge! Contact Patricia Rand for more information.

How can I get more information?
If you would like to talk to someone about this great program please contact:

Download the application packet (MS Word). Also available in PDF form.
Download the signature packet (MS Word). Also available in PDF form.

Patricia Rand, BA, BS, NREMT-Paramedic, 970-339-6687
patricia.rand@aims.edu

Kristie Skala, MA, EMT-Paramedic, 970-339-6582
kristie.skala@aims.edu