Sub-Section 3-490-12 - Paramedic Academy Prerequisites

CMH EMS Education Manual

Students must complete the following before completing the first day of class:

• Refer to Sub-Section 2-600-66 - Patient Protection and Student Vaccinations for vaccination requirements to attend class and have patient contact.
• Have regular access to a personal computer with reliable internet access and some type of word processing software.
• Must have a high school diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or GED.
• Will be at least 18 years old before scheduled clinical time.
• Complete application process (including application fee, entrance exam, and acceptance into the program).
• Ability to obtain Missouri Class E Driver License.
• Completion of student ID process at CMH HR (certification of insurance application, HIPAA video, and criminal background check).
• Must not have a criminal background of felonies or drug-related convictions.
• Must have the ability to pass a drug screen.
• Must have completed NIMS 100 and NIMS 700.
• Must be currently certified in American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR and maintain certification until completion of the Paramedic Academy.
• Must currently hold an undisciplined Missouri Emergency Medical Technician license and must maintain licensure until completion of the Paramedic Academy.
• Must have one year of work experience full-time as an EMT OR
• Must have two years of work experience part-time, PRN, or volunteer as an EMT OR
• Must have recommendation in writing by the head of department or current employer.
• Ability to meet functional requirements of paramedic job responsibilities.

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