The Associate of Applied Science Paramedic Degree at Northark is a 2-year program designed to prepare Paramedics for out-of-hospital care. This program meets and exceeds National DOT Standards and curriculum. Graduates are eligible to take the National Registry, Psychomotor & written exams.
To be eligible for the programs, prospective students must:
- Be accepted as a student in the college; complete the Northark application if you are not current enrolled
- Be accepted into the Paramedic Program; complete the Paramedic Program application
- Be 18 years of age
- Have a high school diploma or GED certificate; complete high school transcript request
- Be in good health; submit a Health Information Form
- Have a current Arkansas EMT certification or be in the testing phase
- Be currently certified in AHA Health Care Provide CPR
- Complete required pre-requisites
- Have completed ACT and/or the COMPASS test and have scores sent to Northark
- Have all immunization records on file and provide proof of Hepatitis B vaccine, rubella vaccine and TB skin test
- Have three written recommendations (see application)
- Have a minimum grade of “C” in each prerequisite course and in each course required in the paramedic program
The deadline for completing the application packet is July 1.
Program Cost
Tuition charges per semester hour as approved by the Northark Arkansas College Board of Trustees. Paramedic books, liability insurance, name badges and uniforms will be an additional cost. This does not include certification in costs for ACLS, PHTLS, PALS or EPC.
The Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL 33763, phone: 727-210-2350.
Major Code: 0470
Advising: KC Jones, (870) 391-3125, kcjones@northark.edu
Advising Center: M184, South Campus, (870) 391-3115
The My Academic Plan (MAP) serves as a guideline to graduate in six semesters. The Key Milestones/Prerequisites listed for each semester highlight significant achievements that must be completed in the degree track. Students who do not follow the six-semester plan and/or who do not complete identified milestones may jeopardize their financial aid (if applicable) and/or delay graduation.
Academic Preparedness
Northark recognizes the important connection between student success and academic preparedness. Students may be required to complete one or more of the following courses before enrolling in college level courses. Summer and/or intercession courses may be required to graduate within six semesters. Developmental course credits earned do not count towards degree completion requirements.
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