- Is Emergency and Disaster Health Systems a full academic program at UMBC or just a paramedic certificate program?
- What types of students enroll in the department’s undergraduate program?
- Can I continue to work a full-time job and still major in EHS?
- I have a AAS degree from a Maryland community college. Will all my coursework transfer to UMBC?
- Can I complete a degree in four years?
- What are the areas of study for majors?
- I am a practicing paramedic and I want to return to school to complete my degree. In which undergraduate track should I enroll?
- I need to keep working as an EMS provider and can’t come to UMBC as a resident student. Can I get an UMBC degree online?
- Are there any scholarships specifically designated for emergency responders that can help me pay for my education?
- Are there physical fitness requirements to enroll in the paramedic track?
- Are there additional costs associated with laboratory or clinical courses?
- Will I need to have a criminal background check?
- Will I be drug tested?
- Do I need to be an experienced EMT or paramedic to be accepted into the program?
- I would like to have an opportunity to gain experience in the EDHS field. Is an internship available?