Program Overview
The Paramedic program prepares individuals to provide advanced life support in and out of the hospital settings to critically ill and injured persons. To prepare individuals to function in the paramedic role, a combination of educational methods are used in this program, including theory, instruction, demonstration and practice of life-saving skills for simulated and real emergency situations.
Instruction is provided by physicians specializing in emergency medicine, registered nurses with advanced education in trauma management and paramedics approved by the emergency medical services director. The associate degree curriculum offers the student the opportunity to learn fundamental principles necessary for supervisory roles. This degree typically is not designed for transfer.
Program eligibility standards apply; consult a KCC advisor.
All courses must be completed a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
Before enrollment, the student must provide a copy of his/her current Illinois state license. Students also must have an appropriate assessment score and a GED certificate or official high school transcript showing graduation on file at KCC. High school seniors should consult their high school advisor for registration requirements.
Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions, a negative drug screen, and current CPR certification from the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Professional Rescuer: adult, child & infant or AED).
The curriculum of record for students applying to, but not yet accepted into, competitive entry health career programs will be the Associate in General Studies.
Program Eligibility
Program eligibility/application process - Consult this information for steps to apply and enroll in a health program, deadlines, eligibility worksheets, and essential physical capabilities and functions.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
General education
Higher level mathematics course can be substituted for MATH 1414.
Minimum Credit Hours: 62
Suggested Course Sequence
Spring semester
Fall semester
Spring semester
Summer Semester
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
62 |
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| Tuition and fees - $147.00 per credit hour |
$147.00 |
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$9,114.00 |
| Course Fees: |
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BIOL 1564 |
Intro to Anatomy & Physiology |
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20.00 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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5.00 |
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PMED 2115 |
Paramedic I |
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200.00 |
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PMED 2215 |
Paramedic II |
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200.00 |
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PMED 2315 |
Paramedic III |
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200.00 |
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625.00 |
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625.00 |
| Books:* |
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BIOL 1564 |
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology |
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426.40 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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81.35 |
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MATH 1414 |
Basic Algebra1 |
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369.20 |
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PMED 2115 |
Paramedic I |
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680.55 |
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PSYC 2553 |
Lifespan Development Psychology |
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171.60 |
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SPCH 1553 |
Introductory Speech |
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160.80 |
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1,889.90 |
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1,889.90 |
| Supplies |
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Uniforms |
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180.00 |
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Stethoscope & Blood pressure Cuff * |
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84.15 |
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264.15 |
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264.15 |
| Additional Program Costs |
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A2 entrance exam fee (per attempt) |
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37.00 |
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Background Check and Drug Screening |
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68.00 |
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Physical Examination/Tests/Etc. |
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385.00 |
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490.00 |
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490.00 |
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| TOTAL |
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$12,383.05 |
| 1 A higher level mathematics course can be substituted for MATH 1414. |
| * Available for purchase in the KCC Hammes Bookstore and other area retailers. |
| All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |
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Call: 815-802-8500
Email: advising@kcc.edu
Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Fridays 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(closed most Fridays in May, June and July)