Hands-On Training in Life-Saving Skills
Start a career providing advanced life-saving care as a paramedic. Paramedics work as a part of a team to make quick decisions and provide first response care. At Ozarks Tech you gain the skills and confidence needed to save lives.
Grow your skill set through hands-on practice in clinics and field internships. You’ll practice:
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Administering CPR or oxygen
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Treating injuries
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Performing advanced medical care
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Collaborating with other emergency teams
After finishing the program, you’ll be ready to earn certification and apply for your license to practice in Missouri.
Program Information
Explore our accreditation information, find program contacts and learn more about how to apply for the program.
The Paramedicine program requires a separate application process in addition to the general Ozarks Tech admission process.
Candidate Selection Form – Traditional
Candidate Selection Form – Hybrid
Application Requirements and Information
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.
At Ozarks Tech, we want your transfer process to be easy. We accomplish this goal through articulation agreements. These agreements are an official partnership to match coursework between schools. This gives you a more seamless transition from Ozarks Tech to a four-year institution.
We have established an agreement for this program. This will simplify the transfer of your credits to partner schools. To understand how this degree will transfer, review the current articulation agreements. Be sure to consult with your transfer school to ensure you’re on the right path toward completing your four-year degree.
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
- 2020: 100%
- 2021: 100%
- 2022: 100%
- 2023: 100%
- 2024: 96%
Paramedic Program Retention
- 2020: 71%
- 2021: 89.5%
- 2022: 47%
- 2023: 70%
- 2024: 92.6%
Paramedic Positive Job Placement
- 2020: 100%
- 2021: 100%
- 2022: 100%
- 2023: 100%
- 2024: 96%
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
Get Involved
Get connected with other students and find support throughout the program.
The Student Paramedicine Association (SPA) is a student group of aspiring EMTs and paramedics who participate in community service, educate the public about the profession and work to enhance the experience of Ozarks Tech Paramedicine students.
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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.