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 Maryland colleges that offer emt and paramedic degrees.

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Hagerstown Community College

11400 Robinwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD

With a history beginning in 1946, the Hagerstown Community College (HCC) holds the distinction of being the first of its kind throughout the state of Maryland. Since its founding, HCC has endeavored to provide a venue for excellent educational opportunities in collaboration with the community it serves. The college's main campus now sprawls over 300 acres and is home to at least 4,500 students (as of 2012).

Academic programs are divided into several divisions which include Mathematics and Science, Nursing, English and Humanities, Developmental Education, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Technology and Computer Studies, and Nursing. Certification programs such as those for Commercial Transportation Administration and Management are also offered. Adults looking to be trained for various job skills may join the Job Training Student Resources Program.

High school students who are at least 16 years of age with excellent credentials may be admitted to HCC's Early Support for Students Entering College Education (ESSENCE) Program. Whether from local public or private high schools, students may set their sights on earning college credits and even qualify for financial assistance in doing so. This program is also open for home-schooled individuals.

While most classes are taken on campus, opportunities for night study and online learning are also provided for. These allow students who need to work and study at the same time to still successfully pursue their educational goals. Those who choose to major in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs may be granted additional financial assistance of up to $2,500 each semester via S-STEM scholarships.

Athletic programs are accommodated in the 5,000 capacity Athletic, Recreation, and Community Center (ARCC) which also serves as home to the college's Hawks teams for Track and Field, Softball, and Baseball, among others. The ARCC began operations in 1988 and has since become a venue for sporting and various social events for the college and the community as well.

Students Enrolled in the EMT and Paramedic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Hagerstown Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

• Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV
  • Total Employment: 370
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $33550

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).