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- School Code: 373030
- Phone: (703) 516-0035
- School Homepage
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
88%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
29:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,188Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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EMT and Paramedic Degree
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) & Paramedic degree track is a field of study emphasizing the type of health care provider offering emergency medical services. An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a clinician trained to respond to emergency and often life-threatening situations including trauma, accidents, and medical issues. Get more details below including other Virginia colleges that offer emt and paramedic degrees.
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Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC)
1901 Fort Myer Drive, Suite 700, Arlington, VA
Baton Rouge Community College, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, began operations in 1995 and opened its doors in 1998. The school formed as a result of the Justice Department's finding that racial segregation continued in Louisiana's post secondary education. A law suit followed resulting in two decades of legal battles. The settlement of the case called for the establishing of a community college which became BRCC. Since its establishment the school has grown, offering state of the art services and facilities for its students and expanding its educational offerings to meet the needs of the community. The college enrolls nearly 8000 students per year, with enrollment expected to increase in the future.
Academics
Baton Rouge Community College offers associate degrees and certificate programs for career and academic advancement. Academic programs fulfill the first two years of a four year education and allow for transfer to a four year university to pursue a bachelor's degree. Career and technical programs provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform successfully in a job based on their field of study. Graduates of such programs will be able to enter the workforce immediately. Certificate programs are generally shorter than associate degree programs, providing technical or career training minus the general education courses found in a degree curriculum.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Baton Rouge Community College is an open enrollment college, allowing anyone 18 years or older with proof of a high school diploma or GED the opportunity to pursue an education on the campus. Interested students must complete the application and submit all pertinent documents and transcripts to the school, after which a registration date will be given prior to the start of classes. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine eligibility and awards. Some students may require to submit verification information as a result of new policies regarding financial aid.
Students Enrolled in the EMT and Paramedic Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. BRCC has offered the following degree levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 7 |
| Associate's Degree | 5 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 3 |
| Female | 9 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 1 |
| White | 11 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the EMT and Paramedic program at BRCC, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
Description
Assess injuries, administer emergency medical care, and extricate trapped individuals. Transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, emergency medical technicians and paramedics employment is expected to grow at a rate of 24.2% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 2
- Average Hourly Rate: $22.60
- Average Annual Salary: $47010
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Baton Rouge Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Baton Rouge Community College may provide services to students like:
- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
BRCC is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Softball