Paramedic Education
Paramedic Education Options at RRCC
We have options for both those who plan to attend a paramedic program and want to meet the pre-requisites of paramedic programs in Colorado, as well as for those who are currently in a paramedic program, or already certified as a paramedic and want to complete their degree. Please scroll down this page for each of those options.
Paramedic Preparation Program
The Paramedic Preparation Program is designed to prepare graduates to earn an AAS in Emergency Medical Technology, and ultimately enter a Paramedic course of study. Additionally, upon completion of a Paramedic course of study an Associate Degree in Paramedicine may be an option for individuals desiring an opportunity for career enhancement. The course of study provides the student an opportunity to acquire basic and advanced life support knowledge and skills by utilizing classroom instruction, practical laboratory sessions, realistic simulations, hospital clinical experience, and field internships with emergency medical service agencies.
We have developed the Paramedic Preparation program at RRCC to not only meet Paramedic pre-requisites while earning an Associate’s degree, but also to provide a solid academic and clinical background that will help students succeed in their Paramedic applications and studies. That being said, I must be clear that this program is in no way required to gain acceptance into a Paramedic course, it is only an alternate option to meet the admission requirements of these programs, as well as a way to earn all required credits for an Associate’s degree. It is the responsibility of the applicants to ensure this program will meet the pre-requisites of the Paramedic program they are interested in. Our graduates have been accepted into, and successfully completed Paramedic programs at Arapahoe Community College, St. Anthony’s Hospital, Denver Health, and AIMS Community College. Additionally, successful upon completion of the program the ACC Paramedic Education Program will offer the graduate seamless matriculation in their program.
The program begins each fall semester and registration begins in April each year.
Please visit the links below for an overview of the program, course sequence, and a description of the degree. If further information is needed please contact Robert.Vroman@rrcc.edu
Emergency Medical Technology Degree Overview
Paramedic Preparation Program Overview
Paramedic Preparation Program Course Sequence
Current Paramedics and Those Currently in a Paramedic Program
The Paramedicine degree is designed for those individuals who want to advance their education in the field of Pre-Hospital Medicine and enhance their career opportunities by entering the field as a Paramedic. The course of study provides the student an opportunity to acquire basic and advanced life support knowledge and skills by utilizing classroom instruction, practical laboratory sessions, realistic simulations, hospital clinical experience, and field internships with emergency medical service agencies. Through an articulation agreement RRCC offers the Paramedic AAS degree to those individuals who successfully complete the Paramedic Program at St. Anthony’s Hospital, as well as the general education courses required for the degree. Upon graduation employment opportunities include ambulance services, fire and rescue agencies, hospitals, industry, and government agencies.
Candidates need to apply and be accepted into the St. Anthony’s Paramedic program and co-enroll in Red Rocks Community College. A complete list of pre-requisites may be found on the St. Anthony’s website.
Those individuals who have received a paramedic certificate at other programs should contact Robert Vroman at Robert.Vroman@rrcc.edu to discuss your degree options.
