Paramedic
Intro
The Paramedic program provides students with the training necessary to become licensed as Paramedics through the state of Utah and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. The program partners with local fire departments and hospitals to help students develop strong critical thinking and medical skills. Hands-on instruction, laboratory simulation, and experiential clinical practice give students the confidence to handle a variety of prehospital care environments and emergency care situations.
Objectives
- Demonstrate patient assessment of the medical and trauma patient
- Identify and apply cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills in a simulated out-of-hospital environment
- Understand basic pharmacology and provide IV medications/administration
- Perform advanced airway management and ventilation
- Treat injuries and illnesses safely in pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients
- Treat injuries and illnesses safely using the entire spectrum of paramedic protocols under the supervision of an approved preceptor
- Work cooperatively with professionals in the field
Courses
How to Apply
About Your Program
This program is defined-entry, defined-exit, and runs once a year in September. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates here.
Make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here >>
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Admissions
Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application below. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent (e.g. GED).
Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application here >>
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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.
WorkKeys Assessment: Workplace Documents (Level 4), Graphic Literacy (Level 4), and Applied Math (Level 4). \
Individuals must apply for admission into the program. Other application requirements include a current EMT Licensure, current CPR certification-AHA BLS Provider, Immunizations Requirements, and other prerequisite courses. Please see the Paramedic Application for further information.
Clinical courses require travel to Logan, Brigham City, and occasionally Salt Lake City areas. A non-refundable $50 background check fee is required and must be completed before class begins. In addition, drug screens are a requirement for this program.
Immunizations are required to participate in all clinical areas. Details are available in the Student Handbook.
Schedule Your Academic Assessment Here
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Complete the Competitive Application
After filling out the Certificate-Seeking application and taking the Academic Assessment, individuals must apply to the program with our competitive application.
Start the Competitive Application here >>
Questions about your application? Contact a Student Success Advisor.
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Enrollment/Registration
Once you have received an acceptance letter, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.
The first month's payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at 435-753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit us in person at the Logan Campus!
Financial Aid
FAFSA - PELL GRANT
Checklist
Social Security Number OR Your Alien Registration number (if you're not a U.S. citizen)
Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
The Process
Apply for FAFSA at FAFSA.gov and BTECH school code: 014257.
BTECH receives student FAFSA records.
Financial Aid will send an email to students to create a VerifyMyFafsa Account.
The student creates an account and submits the required documentation.
Students will complete enrollment with BTECH.
Financial Aid will email the student a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.
Pell Grant is disbursed.
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Scholarships
Checklist
I have my Student ID
Letter of Recommendation
I have a personal history/career objective
I have my high school transcript
The Process
Apply for scholarships at https://btech.edu/scholarships (soft deadline (5th of each month).
BTECH emails a link to schedule a Scholarship Interview.
Interview with the Scholarship Committee (generally 3rd Tuesday of each month).
BTECH evaluates the interview rubric and available funds.
Notified of award results within 4 weeks.
The student will receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.
BTECH disburses scholarships.
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Veterans
Complete the Veterans checklist.
Reach out to the VA Certifying Official at nmcinelly@btech.edu.
If you have any questions please make an appointment with a Student Success Advisor here.
| Tuition and Fees |
Estimated Equalized Payment |
|---|---|
| $5,055 | $506 |
| this is an estimate | based on |
| Course fees may vary | full-time enrollment |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | Pell Eligible |
| Books and supplies (ISBN/edition). | Yes |
| High School | Adult Students: |
|---|---|
| Not Available | Tu/W/Th 9 am to 4 pm Clinicals: Friday - Monday |
| ____________ | ____________ |
| Hours Per Week |
Certificate Duration |
| 30 | 33 credits 10 months* |
*not including prerequisite/pre-admission courses
**Full-time attendance is required.
Paramedic is accomplished through continuous, sequential instruction, which progresses from simple to complex concepts and theories. Theory and skills are taught concurrently and utilized immediately, first in a simulated lab setting, then in healthcare facilities under the supervision of clinical faculty.
The Bridgerland Technical College Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT's Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
To contact CoAEMSP:
214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org
The Bridgerland Technical College Paramedic program holds a Letter of Review, which is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status but is a status granted by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
Minimum Expectation (CAAHEP Standard II.C): “To prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician, and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels.”
Individuals applying for National Paramedic Certification (NRP) must meet the following requirements:
- Current National Registry Certification or state license at the EMT level, or higher.
- Successful completion of a CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic education program (or an education program that has been issued a CoAEMSP"Letter of Review") within the past two years. The course Program Director must verify the candidate's successful completion of the course through the National Registry website.
- Complete a psychomotor competency portfolio. (Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing).
- Have a current CPR-BLS for "Healthcare Provider" or equivalent credential.
- Successful completion of the National Registry cognitive (knowledge)and psychomotor (skills) exams.
Logan Campus
1410 North 1000 West,
Logan, UT 84321
| Living | Miscellaneous personal |
|---|---|
| $8,478 | $2,430 |
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| Transportation | Dependent care |
| $1,683 | $378 |
| ___________________ | ___________________ |
| Disability-related | Professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential |
| $117 | $0 |
Outcome Data
Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education
2023 Cohort 5
# of Student Starts: 9
# of Graduates: 8
NREMT Pass Rate (1st Attempt)
Written: 100%
Practical: 100%
NREMT Pass Rate (Ultimate)
Written: 100%
Practical: 100%
Employment Rate: 100%
2022 Cohort 4
# of Student Starts: 14
# of Graduates: 12
NREMT Pass Rate (1st Attempt)
Written: 92%
Practical: 83%
NREMT Pass Rate (Ultimate)
Written: 92%
Practical: 100%
Employment Rate: 92%
Reported Annually to the Accrediting Agency Council on Occupational Education:
Program Completion Rate: 94%
Job Placement Rate: 87%
Licensure Examination: 100%
Withdrawal 6%
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.
Employment Outlook
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, and professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
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Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region. 
Hours of Operation
Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780
Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Brigham City Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614
Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Campuses
Logan Campus - Main . 435-753-6780
1301 North 600 West, Logan, UT 84321
Brigham City Campus . 435-734-0614
325 West 1100 South Brigham City, UT 84302