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Emergency Medical Science

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Prepare for physical and mental challenges as an emergency medical professional. JCCC is nationally recognized for its EMS training.

Become equipped to respond in emergencies

Emergency Medical Science focuses on saving lives. At JCCC, you can start as an emergency medical responder and study to be a paramedic. All classes teach you the critical thinking and skills to assist in emergencies. EMS providers are challenged physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Becoming an EMS provider is a great career choice if you want to make a difference in your community. It is financially stable and can provide a good standard of living. The average starting salary for an emergency medical responder in the KCMO area is $16 per hour. Emergency medical technicians earn an average of $40-60,000, with paramedics earning $62-75,000. 

 Make an impact. Start at JCCC today.

 Graduates of some EMS courses and programs may be eligible to take state and national certification examinations. 

Carissa S., Paramedic Class of 2022, AMR Independence

I had heard wonderful things about the program, and they were all proven to be true. I can confidently say I walked out of JCCC’s EMS Program well prepared for anything I may experience in the field and then some.

Choose JCCC – we care about you

At JCCC, you benefit from hands-on learning experiences in simulated environments and clinical settings. Learning is hands-on and classes are limited to 24 students. They are taught by industry professionals with experience as paramedics and in emergency healthcare.

Professors are with you from day one and stay with you through the exams. JCCC’s graduate first-time pass rates on state and national occupational licensure examinations are exceptionally consistent and above national and state averages.

Classes are limited to 24 students, so you can ask questions, engage in discussions, and connect with classmates.

JCCC classes are transferable to most four-year schools. We have free tutoring in most programs, Career Development Center to help you with resumes and searching for jobs and Counselors to help guide you through your education pathways.

Chico J., Paramedic NRP Class of 2021, City of Olathe Fire Department
JCCC’s program is unlike anything around. It’s fast paced, well taught, and overall a lot of fun! The amount of knowledge you gain during the time in class, clinicals and during your field internship is truly remarkable in terms of preparing you to be a great field paramedic. I’m very thankful for the educators that helped me get to where I’m at today. JCCCs EMS program is one of a kind and I believe I’m a better provider today because of it.

Demand is high for emergency responders

Every community and most agencies have a need for a quick response team. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, public safety and health careers are indispensable.

Check out the success of JCCC’s graduates in the Power BI Post Graduate Report. Explore careers in EMS in Career Concourse.

Certificates and licensing exams

Students who complete JCCC's EMS programs are eligible for state and national licensing exams. Passing the exams is necessary for employment with leading agencies across the nation.

JCCC is a nationally recognized leader in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education

The EMS program began in 1976 with the EMT program. The paramedic program started in 1983 and was accredited in 1986. Since this time, 669 paramedics graduated and 2,620 EMT certificates have been earned. JCCC EMT alumni can be found in EMS agencies regionally across the country.

Jeff D., Paramedic Class of 1991, City of Olathe Fire Department

The competencies required to make a positive impact as a paramedic are numerous and there’s no better place to obtain the needed skills.

See how successful our students are

EMR Outcomes 2022 (Kansas) (PDF) 

EMT Outcomes 2022 (Kansas) (PDF) 

Paramedic Outcomes 2022 (Kansas) (PDF)

Paramedic Outcomes 2022 (CoAEMSP) (PDF)

Accreditation

The Johnson County 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 EMS Professions (CoAEMSP).

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To contact CAAHEP:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 US Highway 19N, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

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To contact CoAEMSP:
Commission on accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CoAEMSP)
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org

Contact Info

Email emsinfo@jccc.edu for general inquiries about the EMS program, 

Debbie Herrig, Administrative Assistant, EMS Program
Phone: 913-469-8500, ext. 3419
Location: SCI 110F
Email: dherrig1@jccc.edu 
Email: emsinfo@jccc.edu 

Charles Foat, Director EMS
Phone: 913-469-8500, ext. 4564
Location: SCI 110E
Email: cfoat@jccc.edu