Train to Become an EMT or Paramedic
Help the community on the scene in an emergency or on day-to-day basis in a non-medical emergency by training to become an emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic. ACC’s nationally accredited EMS program equips students with quick-response medical skills, human anatomy, patient care, and more.
Taught by expert faculty in state-of-the-art facilities, ACC’s EMT training in emergency medicine is fast-paced and active, with students spending a lot of time outside, practicing their skills, and applying material learned in the classroom. This program offers career certificates and an associate degree to help you reach your unique goals.
The Emergency Medical Services Professions Program at Austin Community College is a special admissions program with limited availability. Students preparing for the program should select “General Studies in Pre-Health Sciences” as their major on the application. Because requirements may change, consult the program website to confirm current requirements. Admission to the college does not guarantee entrance into a particular course or program of study.
Accreditation
The Emergency Medical Services Professions Program is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312, Rowlett, TX 75088; 214-703-8445; Fax: 214-703-8992; www.coaemsp.org). Accreditation #600063.
Career & Salary Information
Employment opportunities continue to grow for emergency medical services graduates––with careers as an EMT or paramedic in a hospital or ambulance or career growth to become a firefighter, flight medic, and 911 communications.
Awards & Program Maps
Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn about credential options.
Explore awards and follow the program maps below to stay on track.
| Program | Award Type | Award Title | Award Plan | Program Map | Optional Mode | Catalog Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Services Professions | Associate of Applied Science Degree | Emergency Medical Services | Award Plan | Program Map | PCEMS | |
| Emergency Medical Services Professions | Certificate | Advanced EMT Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCEMS | |
| Emergency Medical Services Professions | Certificate | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Level 1 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCEMS | |
| Emergency Medical Services Professions | Certificate | EMT Paramedic Level 2 | Award Plan | Program Map | PCEMS | |
| Emergency Medical Services Professions | Institutional Certificate | Emergency Medical Technician | Award Plan | Program Map | PCEMS |
Academic Department Contacts
| Academic Program | First Name | Last Name | Phone | Department Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Services Professions | Eric | Shipman | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
Request Information About Applying to ACC
Note: Bachelor’s Degree, Health Sciences, and other specialty programs may not appear in the Program Of Interest selection area. Use the Request for Information links on those pages to contact those program administrators.