Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 898800
- Phone: (205) 652-3400
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
95%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,393Average 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 Alabama colleges that offer emt and paramedic degrees.
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Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Also known as LBW Community College
Station One, Livingston, AL
About
Lurleen B. Wallace Community College, located in Andalusia, Alabama, was formed in 2003 through the merge of two previous institutions, Douglas MacArthur Technical College and Lurleen B. Wallace Junior College. The merger combined the resources of the two schools, forming a single multi campus college with locations in Andalusia, Greenville, and Opp. The school serves the counties of Butler, Crenshaw, Coffee, Covington and Geneva. The school put forward a development plan upon merger to update services, programs and facilities to meet increased enrollment and educational needs.
Academics
Lurleen B. Wallace Community offers programs that provide academic transfer or career training opportunities. These programs are designed to meet the needs of the community and provide students the opportunity to pursue their goals. Career programs develop the skills and abilities required to perform as professionals. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in an associate degree or certificate. Students may pursue employment at the entry level after graduation. Programs for academic transfer complete the first two years of a four year education then allow for transfer to a four year institution to complete a bachelor's degree. Individuals are advised to meet with a counselor to plan the curriculum that best fulfills the transfer requirements of the school or school's desired.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
As a two year open enrollment institution, any student wishing to enroll at Lurleen B. Wallace Community College may do so through the submission of an application. Students should supply test scores and transcripts, take the placement exam, participate in orientation and meet with a counselor. Tuition fees will be due shortly after registration is complete.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used to determine the student's need, eligibility and awards. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year.
Students Enrolled in the EMT and Paramedic Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. LBW Community College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 27 |
| Associate's Degree | 9 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 17 |
| Female | 19 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 2 |
| White | 34 |
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 LBW Community College, 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
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the applicants Lurleen B Wallace Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or 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, Lurleen B Wallace Community College may offer student services like:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lurleen B Wallace Community College 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