Paramedicine Programs

COVID-19 UPDATES

For the Spring 2022 semester, all Allied Health courses will be offered in the following formats:

-Live Online -Classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times.
-Online -Classes that do not meet at specific class times.
-Hybrid -Classes combine reduced, regularly scheduled classroom meetings with required learning activities conducted via the Internet.
-In Person -Attend class on campus during specific times and days

Please refer to the 'notes' section below each course listed in the class schedule for details.

Contact the Program Director

Sean Newton

Allied Health Department
P: 480-461-6303
Office: Downtown Center
sean.newton@mesacc.edu

MCC Scores on Nation's Best Paramedic Program List

Paramedicine Program Performance Statistics:

The most current CoAEMSP Annual Report was submitted for the calendar year 2020. The most recent success rate for the National Registry of EMT Paramedic/State Cognitive exam was 97.3%. The most recent positive placement rate for graduates was 97.3%. Positive placement is defined by the CoAEMSP as ‘Employed full or part-time in a related field and/or continuing his/her education and/or serving in the military’. Positive placement is measured at completion of the program. The most recent retention rate was 80.4%.

Since 2004, the MCC Paramedicine Program maintains one of the highest pass /success rates in the State of Arizona.

For detailed Paramedicine Program Statistics please click below:

Paramedicine Program Performance Statistics & NREMT Pass Rates

Program Highlights

  • CAAHEP Accredited
    Initial accreditation received Sept. 2017
  • Competency-based program
    Over 1400 total content hours, which include ACLS, PALS, PEPP, NRP, PHTLS & AMLS provider certifications
  • Fall and Spring start dates
    Program cohorts begin every Fall and Spring semester
  • Credit Transfer
    Comprehensive 45 credit hour program w/transfer articulation to State Universities
  • Extended Internships
    Over 500 hours of combined clinical & field internship experience
  • Financial Aid & Tuition Reimbursement
    Program consists of three 12-16 week modules - qualifies for VA and Financial Aid assistance

    Our Paramedicine Students

    Certified Paramedic - Arizona

    Are prepared to become competent entry-level certified NREMT Paramedics with a high capacity for critical thinking and problem solving.

    Students who complete the program earn a Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Paramedicine or may choose to earn an Associate's Degree in Applied Sciences (AAS) in Paramedicine. The AAS Degree is transferable to most in-state Universities.

    Learn more about degrees and certificates here.

    Paramedicine Program - Entrance Examination, Application & Interview Processes

    Prior to applying to the Paramedicine Program please review the step-by-step application, entrance examination and interview selection process information.

    Itemized below are very important documents that must be reviewed prior to completing the Paramedicine Program Application. Should you have further questions after reviewing please contact the district healthcare education department at paramedic@domail.maricopa.edu or call at 480-731-8264.

    PARAMEDICINE COHORT CALENDAR 2021-2023

    2022-2023 Paramedicine Program Cohort Information

    Paramedicine Selection Process (Step by Step Instructions)

    Paramedicine Program Health, Safety, Drug Screening & Background Check Requirements

    STEP #1: Preparing for and Completing the EMT General Knowledge Computer-based Entrance Examination

    CLICK HERE TO BE DIRECTED TO THE TESTING CENTER TO SCHEDULE YOUR ENTRANCE EXAM

    Following the Completion of the EMT General Knowledge Computer-based Entrance Examination

    STEP #2: Submit A Paramedicine Program Application

    *please note, the Paramedicine Progam Application should only be completed/submitted after sucessfully passing the EMT General Knowledge Computer-based Entrance Examination

    STEP #3: Oral Panel Interview Process

    Paramedicine Program Application Pre-Paramedicine Course Registration