That sounds great, but what is the difference between REMSA’s Paramedic Program and a college-based program?
A. There are many varieties of paramedic programs in the U.S. Some are academic-based, usually conducted at a community college, while others are vocationally-based. Academic paramedic programs typically follow a semester-type schedule and may take up to 2 years to complete. The advantages of this type of program include a longer program time (this is an advantage if your schedule does not allow you to be full-time), and college credits that are usually issued for each course component. These college credits may or may not be assignable to a degree program at the community college or an affiliated university. Vocational paramedic programs generally offer courses that are completed more quickly than academic programs. This usually requires the student to attend class several full days per week. The vocational program, while completed much sooner, is also very intense in nature. Most vocational programs are not degree-granting, in other words you receive a certificate of course completio
