Emergency Medical Services Professions

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Our fast-paced Emergency Medical Services program will train you to provide lifesaving care to the sick and injured on the scene and during emergency transport.

Emergency Medical Services Professions

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Program Overview

The EMS program at TJC is a close-knit community of hardworking healthcare professionals who will guide you toward a fulfilling career in emergency medical care.

We have state-of-the-art facilities including a built-in ambulance simulator, decked out with the latest emergency healthcare equipment. Our faculty brings their experience to the classroom every day to provide hands-on, real-world training.

Upon completion of the EMT program, you can apply as an emergency medical technician in the state of Texas. If you complete the paramedic A.A.S., you are qualified to apply as a licensed paramedic.

The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Mission Statement

Tyler Junior College Emergency Medical Services Program is committed to providing and promoting a student-centered learning environment founded on the principles of exceptional patient care, patient advocacy, professionalism, ethics and morals, who demonstrate empathy and compassion for their patients, and graduates who are committed to life-long learning.

Program Goal

To prepare competent entry-level Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains, with exit points at the EMT and Advanced EMT levels.

To be successful, emergency medical professionals must demonstrate:

High level of ethics and morals
Desire to provide the best possible medical care
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
Excellent physical conditioning
Ability to work well on a team and under pressure
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong math and science background

Application

Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 EMT Classes

We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 EMT classes. Classes meet on Monday/Wednesday. There is a morning option that meets 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and an evening option that meets 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. There is also a Tuesday/Thursday option that meets 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Applicants may email or deliver completed applications to the EMSP Program Coordinator in the Pirtle Technology Building, Room T-261, or email the application to Michael McDonough, EMSP Department Chair at michael.mcdonough@tjc.edu. The deadline for application is June 30, 2025. Classes start on August 25, 2025

Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 Paramedic Program

We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 start Paramedic Program. This program starts August 26, 2025. This is a hybrid program that meets one day a week on Tuesday or Thursday each week from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Applicants may email or deliver completed applications to the EMSP Program Coordinator in the Pirtle Technology Building, Room T-262, or email the application to Michael McDonough, EMSP Department Chair at michael.mcdonough@tjc.edu. The deadline for application is June 30, 2025. Classes start on August 26, 2025.

For any questions please contact the EMSP Department Chair, Michael McDonough at 903-510-2986 or by email at michael.mcdonough@tjc.edu.

Tuition Exemption for Firefighters

This program may provide an exemption from some tuition and laboratory fees to eligible persons employed as firefighters by a political subdivision of this state or who are active members of an eligible organized volunteer fire department in this state.

Accreditation Statement

The Tyler Junior College Emergency of Medical Services Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 US Highway 19 N., Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

CoAEMSP
8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445
FAX 214-703-8992
www.coaemsp.org

For students in this program who may have a criminal background, please be advised that the background could keep you from being licensed by the State of Texas. If you have a question about your background and licensure, please speak with your faculty member or the department chair. You also have the right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the applicable licensing agency.

Michael McDonough Professor/ Department Chair, Emergency Management/EMSP/Fire Protection Technology

903-510-2986 michael.mcdonough@tjc.edu

Pirtle Technology 304

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Career Opportunities

Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency medical technicians usually work in teams of two and may be members of a hospital emergency department, intensive or coronary care unit, rescue squad, or volunteer team. EMT’s are supervised by the director of out-patient services, the medical director of emergency services, or a police or fire chief. EMT’s employed by fire departments often have a 51-hour work week with 24 hours on duty and 48 hours off. Those employed by hospitals and police departments usually work 31-42 hours a week and are often on call. Workers in private firms often work a 56-hour week. Sixty-five percent of all EMT’s are volunteers. They may work 8 to 24 hours per week, with varied schedules, and receive no payment for the services they perform. EMT’s often work nights, weekends and holidays to provide services 24 hours a day.

Potential Earnings

Nationwide: $15,500 to $52,500

Tyler/East Texas: $15,500 to $34,000

Emergency Medical Services Professions

Emergency Medical Services Professions

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