Mandatory Orientation and Interviews start next week!!
Applications for the 2025-2026 Paramedic
Class are now open
If you are interested in the class you must attend one of the mandatory orientation classes listed below. These orientation sessions are held from 9 am to 1 pm at our office - 4120 Charles Street. The orientation will include a detailed explanation of the program, the Nelson Denny Reading Test, completing a Background Check Form, and an interview with the course instructors. Call Linda at 779-696-6082 to schedule your mandatory orientation session.
Class are now open
If you are interested in the class you must attend one of the mandatory orientation classes listed below. These orientation sessions are held from 9 am to 1 pm at our office - 4120 Charles Street. The orientation will include a detailed explanation of the program, the Nelson Denny Reading Test, completing a Background Check Form, and an interview with the course instructors. Call Linda at 779-696-6082 to schedule your mandatory orientation session.
Important Dates for the Application Process
Schedule your Mandatory Orientation and Interview Date (choose one of the following dates and call Linda at 779-696-6082 to reserve your spot):
May 30th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
June 4th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
June 6th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
June 10th - 9 am to 1 pm
Application Deadline:
June 23rd, 2025
Acceptance/Denial Notification:
June 27th, 2025
First Day of Class:
August 12th, 2025
End of Regular Scheduled Classes
May 19th, 2026
Graduation
July 16th, 2026
Field Capstone Time Ends
December 19th, 2026
Schedule your Mandatory Orientation and Interview Date (choose one of the following dates and call Linda at 779-696-6082 to reserve your spot):
May 30th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
June 4th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
June 6th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
June 10th - 9 am to 1 pm
Application Deadline:
June 23rd, 2025
Acceptance/Denial Notification:
June 27th, 2025
First Day of Class:
August 12th, 2025
End of Regular Scheduled Classes
May 19th, 2026
Graduation
July 16th, 2026
Field Capstone Time Ends
December 19th, 2026
Qualifications:
Paramedic Course
Classes begin on August 12, 2025 at 9:00 am at the EMS Office, 4120 Charles Street in Rockford. Class days run from 9 am to 5 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays until May 19, 2026. You may need to come in early or stay after class to complete assignments throughout the year.
Once a month the class is broken into smaller groups split over three weekdays instead of a regularly scheduled class day. These dates will be provided by the first day of class and will include all small group days for the rest of the year.
There is an approximate four hours of online course time, outside of the classroom, that is required each week.This is in addition to the time needed for studying/reading course materials, which averages an additional ten hours per week.
An approximate four-hour online component will be required to be completed each week outside of class, in addition to the time needed for studying/reading materials (on average, 10 hours per week total).
During this course you will complete a minimum of 500 hours in the clinical and field setting. This course requirement is outside of classroom time and it is up to you to get your time scheduled. While class is in session be prepared to complete a minimum of ten hours of clinical time in the hospital per week. You will be notified when you are released to begin clinical hours.
During May, June, and July 2026 there will be three sessions of Internship and Certification classes. You will be required to attend one of three scheduled internship days per session. You will also be required to attend two mandatory course days each month to complete PHTLS, ACLS, and PALS. You will also be continuing with intensive field clinical hours.
When the instructors determine you have met specific course requirements you will begin your Field Capstone Project. During this time you will tasked with completing a predetermined number and variety of ambulance calls where you function as the team leader.
Other details:
1. Students are required to provide their own stethoscope
2. Technology will be focus of the curriculum. Students MUST have access to a computer/laptop, printer, and the Internet.
3. This class expects students to have computer skills and communication skills.
4. The textbook is written for an individual with reading skills at the 10th grade level.
Graduation for this course will be July 16, 2026. You will have until December 19, 2026 to complete your Field Capstone Project.
Testing for National Registry licensure will be discussed with you in class.
If you are accepted into the program you will need to gather proof of specific immunizations from your private physician and/or your school district. A detailed list of the records needed is in both the application and the Student Catalog.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Program. If, after reading through the application, you have any further questions please contact us at [email protected].
Please note: All projected dates related to this class, including orientation, start date, class schedule, and delivery of educational content are subject to adjustment as related to federal, state, local, and organizational regulations in response to any ongoing or resurging declared emergency by any of these entities. It is our intent to assure the excellence of our educational program while complying with all requirements necessary to maintain our accreditation and the rules and regulations of our regulatory agency during this unprecedented time.
- You must be 18 years of age
- You must have a current Illinois EMT license
- You must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS) CPR Card
Paramedic Course
Classes begin on August 12, 2025 at 9:00 am at the EMS Office, 4120 Charles Street in Rockford. Class days run from 9 am to 5 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays until May 19, 2026. You may need to come in early or stay after class to complete assignments throughout the year.
Once a month the class is broken into smaller groups split over three weekdays instead of a regularly scheduled class day. These dates will be provided by the first day of class and will include all small group days for the rest of the year.
There is an approximate four hours of online course time, outside of the classroom, that is required each week.This is in addition to the time needed for studying/reading course materials, which averages an additional ten hours per week.
An approximate four-hour online component will be required to be completed each week outside of class, in addition to the time needed for studying/reading materials (on average, 10 hours per week total).
During this course you will complete a minimum of 500 hours in the clinical and field setting. This course requirement is outside of classroom time and it is up to you to get your time scheduled. While class is in session be prepared to complete a minimum of ten hours of clinical time in the hospital per week. You will be notified when you are released to begin clinical hours.
During May, June, and July 2026 there will be three sessions of Internship and Certification classes. You will be required to attend one of three scheduled internship days per session. You will also be required to attend two mandatory course days each month to complete PHTLS, ACLS, and PALS. You will also be continuing with intensive field clinical hours.
When the instructors determine you have met specific course requirements you will begin your Field Capstone Project. During this time you will tasked with completing a predetermined number and variety of ambulance calls where you function as the team leader.
Other details:
1. Students are required to provide their own stethoscope
2. Technology will be focus of the curriculum. Students MUST have access to a computer/laptop, printer, and the Internet.
3. This class expects students to have computer skills and communication skills.
4. The textbook is written for an individual with reading skills at the 10th grade level.
Graduation for this course will be July 16, 2026. You will have until December 19, 2026 to complete your Field Capstone Project.
Testing for National Registry licensure will be discussed with you in class.
If you are accepted into the program you will need to gather proof of specific immunizations from your private physician and/or your school district. A detailed list of the records needed is in both the application and the Student Catalog.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Program. If, after reading through the application, you have any further questions please contact us at [email protected].
Please note: All projected dates related to this class, including orientation, start date, class schedule, and delivery of educational content are subject to adjustment as related to federal, state, local, and organizational regulations in response to any ongoing or resurging declared emergency by any of these entities. It is our intent to assure the excellence of our educational program while complying with all requirements necessary to maintain our accreditation and the rules and regulations of our regulatory agency during this unprecedented time.
Applications
The applications are the same with one exception - the first application you print and complete by hand (print and complete). The second application is a fillable PDF form that you can save to your computer and e-mail to [email protected].
Class Application - Print and complete
Class Application - Download and complete the fillable PDF
Class Sponsorship Application - Download and complete
The applications are the same with one exception - the first application you print and complete by hand (print and complete). The second application is a fillable PDF form that you can save to your computer and e-mail to [email protected].
Class Application - Print and complete
Class Application - Download and complete the fillable PDF
Class Sponsorship Application - Download and complete
Our Primary Goal:
To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.
To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.
