Why Paramedicine?
A paramedic has a level of knowledge, skill, and treatment capabilities that are significantly beyond those of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and which can dramatically improve a patient's outcome at the hospital. Paramedics have fulfilled prescribed requirements to practice out-of-hospital medicine in conjunction with medical direction. In performing assessments and providing medical care, their goal is to prevent and reduce mortality and morbidity resulting from illness and injury. Paramedics primarily provide care to emergency patients in an out-of-hospital setting.
In response to the need for these uniquely trained emergency medical care professionals, the University of New Haven developed its paramedicine program. This program will prepare you to become a new breed of first responder – one who holds dual certification as both a firefighter and as a paramedic.
Develop the skills that save lives
In the course of four years, the student will become a nationally certified emergency medical technician, complete the core curriculum classes necessary for the B.S. degree, and become thoroughly immersed in the paramedicine sciences. Lectures are followed by laboratory experiences that include life-sized, high-fidelity computerized mannequins that can be programmed to provide realistic patient responses and outcomes to students. Laboratory time is reinforced with more than 700 hours of clinical experience at Hartford Healthcare campuses.
The program culminates in the senior year with an extensive capstone field internship that requires students to perform in leadership roles while providing actual patient care, followed by national certification testing as a paramedic.
Hands-on learning will be a major part of your education. You'll ride along with ambulance services and take patients' vitals. You'll practice doing chest compressions and starting IV lines on high-fidelity mannequins. You'll become part of teams who care for patients in whatever medical emergency unfolds. The goal of the paramedicine program is to make your education as real-world as it gets.
Through this program, offered in partnership with Hartford Healthcare, you will also:
- Become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Gain more than 700 hours of clinical and internship experience through multiple models of EMS services, including hospital-based and fire-based
- Expand your knowledge through classes in anatomy and physiology virtual reality experiences
- Become eligible to sit for the National Registry Paramedic exam at the completion of your studies
- Have a chance to join the Pre-Health Professions (PHP) Scholars Program, which can serve as a launching pad for pursuing a career or further study in healthcare
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Academic tuition and fees are based on enrollment status and number of credit hours. Lab fees are used to support courses requiring specialized materials and/or a specialized learning environment.
In addition to tuition and fees, students are responsible for the cost of uniforms, supplies (stethoscope), and books. Additionally, students are responsible for transportation to/from clinical and internship sties as well as any cost associated with meeting health/vaccination requirements for clinical and internship experiences. Students are also responsible for the costs associated with state and national testing and maintenance of associated licenses and certifications.
Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Item Cost
- Paramedic Textbooks - One time purchase (includes Platinum Planner and Testing): $898
- Textbooks - EKG, Pharmacology, A&P, Med Calculations, ACLS, PALS, AMLS, PHTLS, EPC: $931.89
- CERT Fees: $75
- Uniform: $500
- Background Check: $55
Total: $2,459.89
Approximate total “additional” fees/costs required beyond the tuition are $2,459.89. Further details regarding these additional fees/costs will be provided during the first week of class. All prices are subject to change based on the publishers and distributors.
| Graduation Year 2024 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Enrolled Students | 6 | |
| Retention | 5 | 100% |
| NREMT Cognitive Attempted | 5 | 100% |
| NREMT Cognitive Passed | 5 | 100% |
| NREMT Cognitive Certification Rate | 5 | 100% |
| Job Placement | 5 | 100% |
The University of New Haven Paramedicine program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation.
Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the National Registry's Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
To contact CoAEMSP, visit coaemsp.org or call (214) 703-8445.
B.S. in Paramedicine Program Quick Facts
Program Format: On-ground or Online (degree completion, only)
Total Credits: 127
Dual Degree Options Available:
- B.S. in Paramedicine/Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
Clinical Rotation Disclaimer
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Classroom, clinical rotations, and labs are 100% supported by Hartford Healthcare.
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All students complete internships treating 100 real patients under the supervision of an experienced paramedic as a preceptor.
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of students will experience experiential education using high fidelity manikins in real life simulation centers.
Career Outlook with a Bachelor's Degree in Paramedicine
$61K
Paramedic
6% Job Growth, 2025-2035
$78K
Firefighter
3-4% Job Growth, 2025-2035
$71K
EMS System Coordinator
4-5% Job Growth, 2025-2035
Paramedicine Courses and Learning Outcomes
We offer our students a learning environment filled with problem-solving, critical thinking, and systems thinking to ensure a strong base on which to build. Our emphasis on anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology provides students with the tools necessary to address basic and advanced pre-hospital medicine, both today and in the future. Our programs exceed all Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration National Standard Curriculum and National Education Standard objectives and include optional skills adopted by many states. We practice evidence-driven medical practice and education.
The information below comes directly from the latest Academic Catalog:
Medical emergencies represent over 80% of the modern fire department's responses today. This has resulted in a majority of the fire departments seeking fully trained paramedics to fill job openings. Across the country, there is a shortage of paramedics to fill all the available Firefighter/Paramedic positions resulting a robust job market for paramedics.
Here at the University of New Haven, students are able to earn their Paramedicine B.S. Degree complete with National Registry Certification as a Paramedic and achieve a minor in Fire Science simultaneously. This innovative program takes a student with little or no experience and prepares them to be the top candidates to fill today's modern fire department positions.
Created specifically for paramedics certified through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, this degree completion program enables candidates to earn their bachelor's degree while applying 56 credits of advanced standing from their NREMT certification.
B.S. in Paramedicine and Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Dual Degree (Direct Entry)
Our B.S. in Paramedicine develops uniquely trained medical care professionals. You are often the first ones on the scene, administering life-saving measures. By earning a Master of Healthcare Administration, you will pair your abilities as a first responder with the leadership skills you need to advance in the emergency services field as a leader.
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