When you study at Penn College, your instructors will do more than know your name. They'll get to know you. Experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your success, Penn College faculty are here to support your academic journey.
Paramedic & Prehospital Medicine
When seconds count, experience matters. That’s why hands-on training is our number-one focus.
Step up and take the lead as a paramedic.
From a rolled car, to the back of an ambulance, and into the emergency room, learn how to apply lifesaving techniques across all types of scenarios. With small class sizes, expert faculty by your side, and technology-driven labs, you’ll be fully prepared for whatever comes your way.
Explore our programs
Emergency Management (B.S.) & Paramedic Science (A.A.S.)
Dual Degree Option
With a dual degree in Paramedic Science and Emergency Management, you’ll be primed to serve as a first responder, take the lead in emergency management, or blaze a career path that combines the two.
Prehospital Medicine (B.S.)
Gain a strong foundation in prehospital medicine with hands-on training for emergency careers.
Paramedic Science (A.A.S.)
This intensive hands-on program incorporates 1,000+ hours of clinical and field experience in preparation for higher level positions within the field.
Paramedic Practice Certificate
From hands-on training in specialized learning labs to real-world experience during clinical rotations, you'll learn how to respond with confidence in the pre-hospital environment.
Applied Health Studies, Completion (B.S.)
Students who have earned an associate’s degree from Penn College in paramedic science are eligible to pursue a bachelor’s degree in applied health studies.
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about. Academic Tours allow you to explore labs and get to the core of your future program. If you’re looking for a deeper dive into your academic area of interest, opt for a Self-Scheduled Personal Tour. Comprehensive COVID-19 safety protocols are in place.
May 25
Open House
Wednesday, May 258:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Jun 26
Open House
Sunday, June 268:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Jul 23
Open House
Saturday, July 238:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Jul 29
Open House
Friday, July 298:30 AM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
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Pre-College Programs
Define your future
There are lots of ways to explore your future across all types of majors from nursing to culinary.
Get a taste of tomorrow
- Stay and learn on campus over your summer break
- Explore a variety of career options
- Experience our hands-on approach to education
- Earn up to $2,000 in Penn College scholarships
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News
03.23.2022
Penn College names director of paramedic/prehospital medicine
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Intensive activities spotlight college’s career-building majors
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