EMS Applications
How to Apply
EMS Applications are selective admissions, which require a unique TWO-STEP application process:
STEP 1: General Admission
This process provides acceptance to Coastal Alabama Community College, but NOT the EMS program.
- Submit your general college application
- Complete Coastal Alabama Application - submitted before July 1st to the office of Admissions
- Submit transcripts from all colleges and high school or a GED - submitted by July 1st to the office of Admissions
- Satisfy placement test requirements by July 1st
- ACT scores, Accuplacer, High School GPA may be used for placement.
- Scores on ACT or high school grades must meet the requirement for English 101 and Math 116, if these courses have not already been completed with a “C” or higher prior to admission to dental assisting.
STEP 2: To the EMS Department
This process is REQUIRED and allows students to apply to the EMS program.
EMS applications must be submitted by the deadline.
- FALL deadline is June 1st
- Submission of completed Paramedic Application to the EMS Department.
- Minimum of 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in all previous EMS coursework.
- Good standing with Coastal Alabama (minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA).
- Meeting the Alabama Community College System Essential Functions for paramedic.
- Minimum composite score of 18 on ACT.
- Submission of copy of current NREMT or Alabama State EMT License.
- Completion of the following prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better: *See advisor about prerequisite courses*
- ENG 101 (English Composition I)
- MTH 100 Intermediate College Algebra (or higher level Math)
- BIO 201 Anatomy & Physiology I
STEP 3: Upon program acceptance, you will be required to provide the following:
- Current History & Physical Evaluation Form, completed by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant – (Form provided by EMS department)
- Current two-man professional CPR Certification – (Classes offered through EMS department)
- Documentation of current immunizations – (Form provided by EMS department)
- Proof of having medical insurance – (Student plan available for purchase)
- Drug screening and background check, completed within the current calendar year, as stipulated by the agencies which the Department of EMS contracts for clinical experiences.
- Ability to meet all Essential Functions of the Paramedic Program with or without reasonable accommodations. (Note: Any student requiring accommodations must meet with the Dean of Student Development.)
- Internet access to access the college website for daily assignments by computer
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