In addition to being in the process of or having already completed the prerequisite coursework, candidates must also:
- Complete a Paramedic Program application, which includes:
- Personal and academic information
- Official college transcripts that are sent directly to the EHS Department
- A copy of a valid Maryland EMT certification or valid EMT certification from another state (NREMT and provisional are not accepted)
- A copy of a current CPR certification
- Four references, as requested by the program
- A background check (paid for by the candidate)
- A drug screen (paid for by the candidate)
- A personal statement
- A plan to complete any missing requirements prior to the start of classes in August
- Provide documentation of 100 patient contacts as a certified EMT
- Possess current grade point average of 2.5
- Complete the interview and testing process, which is often in mid-April, and involves:
- Interviews with five pairs of interviewers, who are a mixture of current students and alumni.
- Each panel will pose several prewritten questions or scenarios and note the answers provided by the candidate.
- Candidates will also be required to take an EMT and a mathematics exam.
- Interviews with five pairs of interviewers, who are a mixture of current students and alumni.