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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8am to 5:00pm
Closed Weekends

Location: HS Building [map]
Phone: (949) 582-4701

Staff:
Chelsey Gray, BA
Program Specialist
949-582-4581

Faculty:
Barbara Penland, RN, MA
Department Chair
(949) 582-4385

Randy Hardick
Faculty
(949) 582-4819

THE APPLICATION PROCESS / ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission to the paramedic program requires a combination of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and previous emergency response experience. Therefore it is necessary to obtain coursework and experience prior to entering the program.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
  
  

• Current California EMT License.
  
  

• Current basic life Support (CPR) card. This card must be an American Heart Association "Healthcare Provider". This card must be valid throughout the duration of the class you are applying.
  
  

• One year of full time verified work experience as an EMT on an emergency response vehicle, such as a fire engine or private ambulance. Only signed and dated letters written on department/company letterhead will be considered.
  
  
• Although not required, applicants are encouraged to include letters of recommendation from employers, coworkers, and/or instructors. A maximum of three letters are accepted. Address letters to: Barbara Penland, Paramedic Program Director, Saddleback College.
  
  
• A resume is not required but may be submitted with the application. Do not attach copies of certificates. If you wish to mention certificates, please include them in your resume.
  
  
• Unsigned letters will not be considered.
  
  
• Please staple application packet in top left corner. Do not place in a report cover.
  
  
• The following academic preparation is strongly recommended:

*Note EMT-courses are available through Saddleback College through its Health Science and Human Services Division.