Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Summer 2025Class Size20–30 studentsCredits11–14PrerequisiteCurrent certification in CPR for the professional rescuer; Pass a background clearance and drug screen; Certified as basic EMT or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Prior to beginning this course students must already be familiar with, and be able to demonstrate all of the skills listed below. These will not be taught in the course; rather, they will be the starting point for advanced officer training that builds upon them. These minimum knowledge and skill levels are regarding: familiarity with anatomy, familiarity with scene size-ups, knowledge of patient care, familiarity with trauma patients, familiarity with documentation techniques, familiarity with interpersonal communications, familiarity with the administration of medication, familiarity with respiratory emergencies, familiarity with cardiac emergencies, and knowledge of patient transfer. EMMS 170A and EMMS 170B or Equivalent. Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThe first course in the Paramedic Program three course sequence, this course is designed to guide students to successful completion of the National Registry EMT-Paramedic exam; meets the training requirements mandated by the State of California, California Code of Regulations Title 22. The didactic instruction represents the delivery of primarily cognitive material. This is the first part of a three-part program. Students must successfully complete the didactic portion of training prior to progressing to Clinical training.Usually HeldWed Thu Fri 1:00pm–5:05pm, Wed Thu Fri 10:15am–11:50am, Wed Thu Fri 8:00am–10:05am 