Applications for the 2026-2027 Paramedic Class are now closed.
Important Information for the Application Process
If you are interested in the class you must attend one mandatory orientation classes . 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 and an interview with the course instructors.
The schedule for the orientation sessions will be posted here when they are available.
Other important dates will include:
Application Deadline
Acceptance/Denial Notification
First Day of Class
End of Regular Scheduled Classes
Graduation
Field Capstone Time Ends
If you are interested in the class you must attend one mandatory orientation classes . 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 and an interview with the course instructors.
The schedule for the orientation sessions will be posted here when they are available.
Other important dates will include:
Application Deadline
Acceptance/Denial Notification
First Day of Class
End of Regular Scheduled Classes
Graduation
Field Capstone Time Ends
The following information applies to the Paramedic Class of 2026-2027:
Qualifications:
Paramedic Course
Classes begin on August 18, 2026 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 25, 2027. 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.
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 2027 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 8, 2027. You will have until December 25, 2027 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.
Qualifications:
- 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 18, 2026 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 25, 2027. 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.
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 2027 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 8, 2027. You will have until December 25, 2027 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.
