Begin Your Career in Emergency Response
Start a career providing life-saving care as an emergency medical technician (EMT). EMTs provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients. They are the link between the scene of a medical incident and the health care system. As an Ozarks Tech student you’ll build the knowledge and skills to:
- Provide medical intervention
- Use rescue equipment
- Work within a team of emergency responders
Plus, EMT courses include prerequisites for entering the Paramedicine program. So, you can build career-ready skills that create a solid foundation for pursuing further education.
Program Information
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General Admissions to Ozarks Tech
Admission to Ozarks Technical Community College is open to all individuals who can benefit from its educational programs. A focus of the college mission is on the academic, career and personal goals of the student. OTC may admit you as a First-Time student just completing their high school, GED or HiSET requirements or as a Transfer student coming from another institution finishing up a certificate or degree. For more information, visit OTC Admissions.
Wondering how you’re going to pay for college? At OTC, we believe that cost shouldn’t be a barrier to earning a degree. Our staff will work with you to make a financial plan. To browse the resources available to you, see paying for college.
The Ozarks Technical Community College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113 St. N,
#7709
Seminole, FL 33775
www.caahep.org
OTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Our current accreditation status with the HLC is displayed on the page linked below. Our next comprehensive evaluation will be in 2030-2031. View more on OTC Accreditation.
Mission Statement
To prepare competent entry-level paramedics and support them with high-quality continuing education and career advancement opportunities.
Program Outcomes
NREMT Paramedic Pass Rate
- 2019: 100%
- 2020: 100%
- 2021: 100%
- 2022: 100%
- 2023: Pending…
Paramedic Program Retention
- 2019: 86%
- 2020: 71%
- 2021: 89.5%
- 2022: 47%
- 2023: 70%
Paramedic Positive Job Placement
- 2019: 100%
- 2020: 100%
- 2021: 100%
- 2022: 100%
- 2023: 100%
Brian Rohlman
Paramedicine Program Director
417-447-8844
The paramedicine programs advisory committee brings prospective and insight to the Paramedicine and EMT programs, keeping courses content consistent with current practices in the field.
- Dr. Tom Lewis – Medical Director
Course Information
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Paramedicine – Emergency Medical Technician Certificate of Specialization
Certificate of Specialization: 18 Hours
This program is designed to prepare students for the paramedic program. The program prepares students to test for national EMT certification and state EMT licensure. This program includes all pre-requisites required for the paramedic program.
This program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Education Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP), 8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312, Rowlett, TX 75088, (214) 703-8445.
Emergency Medical Technician – Certificate of Specialization Requirements
Emergency Medical Technician – Certificate of Specialization Requirements
- BCS 165: Human Anatomy
Human Anatomy
Microscopic and macroscopic examination of the human body structures and systems are the focus of this course. Students evaluate the integration of the various systems within the entire body. The laboratory provides an opportunity for identification and evaluation of representative human models and slides and dissection of comparable mammalian organ systems.
- BCS 205: Human Physiology
Human Physiology
This course examines the organization and function of the human body as a whole and the interrelationships of the various systems. The laboratory teaches the fundamental techniques necessary for the study of life processes. Laboratory activities give the students an opportunity to illustrate principles presented in lecture.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C" or better in BCS 165. - EMS 101: Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
This course is designed to prepare students to perform care of acutely ill or injured patients primarily in the out of hospital setting. Basic resuscitation, extrication, trauma care, initial patient assessment and triage, stabilization and transport of various patients are key components of this course. The course prepares students to test for national certification and state licensure. This course is the first step to becoming a paramedic.
Prerequisite(s): Selective Admission. Students must apply, attend an EMT orientation, and be released to register by the Paramedicine department before they can register for this course. Students must completed the required application process, background check, drug screening, immunizations, and attend the required orientation.Corequisite(s): BLS CPR Certification. EMS 100 is the suggested option for this. Alternate options with the OTC Sim Center or other American Heart Association instructors are appropriate. - EMS 150: EMS Essentials
EMS Essentials
This course provides the transition from EMT to paramedic. Students will gain an in depth understanding of research and the effect evidence based medicine has on the pre-hospital environment. Key foundational concepts for the paramedic program are also introduced. This is a required course for admission to the paramedic program.
Prerequisite(s): EMS 101 course completion or an EMT license prior to this course is required.
Ready to Get Started?
If you are not a current student, you will need to apply prior to registering for courses.
Notices & Disclaimers
*Costs displayed are based on current tuition and fee rates for the program’s required credit hours, as approved by the OTC Board of Trustees, and are subject to change without notice. Estimates reflect both in-district and out-of-district residency rates. Actual costs, degree completion time, and credit requirements may vary based on residency, prior credits, elective courses, program updates, and enrollment factors. For additional information on attendance costs, visit Cost of Attendance, tuition and fees or contact us at 417-447-6900.
**Graduation rates vary by individual. For details on program enrollment, retention, exam/certification, and employment rates, visit Student Outcomes / Student Right-to-Know. Some careers on this list may require additional education and training. For program-specific accreditation visit OTC Accreditation.