Evening Paramedic Class - EMS Office, Rockford, Illinois
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):
July 1st - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 6 pm to 10 pm OR
July 8th - 9 am to 1 pm
Application Deadline:
July 16th, 2021
Acceptance/Denial Notification:
July 20th, 2021
First Day of Class:
August 19th, 2021
Schedule your Mandatory Orientation and Interview Date (choose one of the following dates and call Linda at 779-696-6082 to reserve your spot):
July 1st - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 6 pm to 10 pm OR
July 8th - 9 am to 1 pm
Application Deadline:
July 16th, 2021
Acceptance/Denial Notification:
July 20th, 2021
First Day of Class:
August 19th, 2021
General Course Information
Qualifications:
Classes begin on August 19, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the SwedishAmerican EMS Office, 4120 Charles Street, Rockford, Illinois. . Class days run from 6 pm to 10 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays until September 27, 2022. You will have until March 27, 2023 to complete your Capstone Project. You may need to come in early to complete assignments throughout the course.
Tuition cost and instructions for payments are included in the application form.
Once a month the class is broken into smaller groups split over two 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.
During this course you will complete a minimum of 500 hours in the clinical and field setting (250 hospital/250 field). 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 eight hours of clinical time in the hospital per week. You will be notified when you are released to begin clinical hours.
During October through December 2022 tyou will be required to attend one of three scheduled computer testing days and two mandatory course days each month to complete PHTLS, ACLS, and PALS. You will also work toward completing your 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 December 15, 2022.
Testing for National licensure will be discussed with you in class.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Program. If, after reading through the application, you have any further questions please contact Linda at 779-696-6082.
- You must be 18 years of age
- You must have a current Illinois EMT-B license
- You must have a high school diploma or GED
- You must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS) CPR Card
Classes begin on August 19, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the SwedishAmerican EMS Office, 4120 Charles Street, Rockford, Illinois. . Class days run from 6 pm to 10 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays until September 27, 2022. You will have until March 27, 2023 to complete your Capstone Project. You may need to come in early to complete assignments throughout the course.
Tuition cost and instructions for payments are included in the application form.
Once a month the class is broken into smaller groups split over two 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.
During this course you will complete a minimum of 500 hours in the clinical and field setting (250 hospital/250 field). 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 eight hours of clinical time in the hospital per week. You will be notified when you are released to begin clinical hours.
During October through December 2022 tyou will be required to attend one of three scheduled computer testing days and two mandatory course days each month to complete PHTLS, ACLS, and PALS. You will also work toward completing your 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 December 15, 2022.
Testing for National licensure will be discussed with you in class.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Program. If, after reading through the application, you have any further questions please contact Linda at 779-696-6082.
Application Process
If you are interested in the class you must attend one of the mandatory orientation classes listed below. These orientation sessions are held from 6 pm to 10 pm at the Swedes EMS 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 on:
July 1st - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 6 pm to 10 pm OR
July 8th - 9 am to 1 pm
The application due date is July 16th, 2021. You will receive notice of your acceptance (or denial) into the program on July 20th, 2021.
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 the Student Catalog.
If you are interested in the class you must attend one of the mandatory orientation classes listed below. These orientation sessions are held from 6 pm to 10 pm at the Swedes EMS 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 on:
July 1st - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 9 am to 1 pm OR
July 6th - 6 pm to 10 pm OR
July 8th - 9 am to 1 pm
The application due date is July 16th, 2021. You will receive notice of your acceptance (or denial) into the program on July 20th, 2021.
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 the Student Catalog.
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 Linda Edmunds.
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 Linda Edmunds.
Class Application - Print and complete
Class Application - Download and complete the fillable PDF
Class Sponsorship Application - Download and complete
Our Primary Goal:
To prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
To prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
