The EMT/Paramedic Program at Greenville Technical College offers classroom and hands-on education in a state-of-the-art environment, including the college’s Dr. Barbara P. Lassiter STAT Center Lab. With a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, field experience, and opportunities for service, graduates are fully prepared for the workplace.
Local health care agencies depend on Greenville Technical College to provide skilled emergency medical providers.
Employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Emergencies, such as car crashes, natural disasters, and acts of violence, will continue to require the skills of EMTs and paramedics.
National Outlook
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Labor Opportunities
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WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THE PROGRAM
Topics include:The Greenville Technical College Emergency Medical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions.
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
1361 Park St.
Clearwater, FL, 33756
(727) 210-2350
www.caahep.org
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP)
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
Fax (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
The Committee on Accreditation of Education Programs for the Emergency Medical Professions (CoAEMSP) requires the following be made available and published a 3-year review-window. The Greenville Technical College Paramedic Program was awarded full accreditation and has maintained it since 1988.
In compliance with CAAHEP Accreditation Standard V.A.4, the Paramedic Program’s three-year review-window average results for 1) National Registry Practical Exams, 2) National Registry Written Exams, 3) Retention, and 4) Positive Placement, are listed below.
| Cohort Year | Graduation | % Practical Exam Pass Rate |
% Written Exam Pass Rate |
% Retention | % Positive Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2016 | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| 2016 | 2017 | 100% | 100% | 92.90% | 92.30% |
| 2017 | 2018 | 100% | 93.75% | 89% | 100% |
Graduates of the EMT/Paramedic program are eligible to challenge the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians exam(s) to gain certification.
Professional Licensure and Certification Requirements
Students who are considering an academic program that may allow them to pursue professional licensure in another state are strongly encouraged to check that state’s information and contact the appropriate licensing agency for additional information and guidance before beginning the program.
Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees and baccalaureate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Many local agencies and facilities work with us to provide field experience and clinical experience for our students.
Charleston County EMS
Greenville County EMS
Greenwood County EMS
Laurens County EMS
MedShore Ambulance Service
Oconee EMS
Pickens County EMS
Spartanburg County EMS
Clinical Sites
Anderson Area Medical Center
Greenville County Coroner
Prisma Health
Oconee Medical Center
Spartanburg Regional Hospital
St. Francis Hospital
Pelham Medical Center
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Emergency Medical Technology
Associate in Applied Science
This program covers all aspects of the paramedic profession and is designed to integrate both theory and practical “hands-on” educational experiences. The flexibility of the curriculum allows the student to enter the profession at the Paramedic level and continue with their education while working.
EMT program details from our current catalog »
Certified paramedics – find out how your certification and experience may count toward completion of your EMT degree. Degree completion details »
Emergency Medical Technician
Certificate in Applied Science
This certificate covers topics necessary for EMT certification and is designed to integrate both theory and practical "hands-on" educational experiences.
EMT certificate details from our current catalog »
EMT-Paramedic
Certificate in Applied Science
This certificate covers topics necessary for Paramedic certification and is designed to integrate both theory and Practical “hands-on” educational experiences. This track parallels the Emergency Medical Technology Associate in Applied Science without the general education courses to complete the degree.
EMT-Paramedic certificate details from our current catalog »
In addition to the Greenville Technical College admissions process, outlined in these Enrollment Steps, students interested in a program in the School of Health Sciences must also
The EMT/Paramedic program strictly adheres to all the School of Health Sciences policies, which are detailed on the Health Sciences admissions information page.
Career Talk provides valuable information regarding the application process, requirements, policies, procedures, and expectations of students interested in applying to the Paramedic program. Completion of the online Career Talk is a requirement for submitting an application.
Access the online Career Talk presentation for EMT »
The application submission process for GTC's Paramedic program is now electronic. The electronic application will only be accessible during the application acceptance period, August 15- November 15. Questions related to the Weighted Admission process may be directed to EMTDepartment@gvltec.edu.
Academic Program Director
Chris Ruggiero
Christopher.Ruggiero@gvltec.edu
(864) 236-6506
Advisor
Robert Walker
Robert.Walker@gvltec.edu
(864) 250-8421
Academic Program Director - Paramedic
Chris Ruggiero, B.S., NRP, CCP, TP-C
EMTDepartment@gvltec.edu
(864) 236-6506
Academic Program Director - EMT
Dave McDonald, BS, NREMT-P
EMTDepartment@gvltec.edu
(864) 250-8504
Administrative Assistant
Robin Henry
EMTDepartment@gvltec.edu
(864) 250-8093