Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Program Overview

Type: Technical Diploma

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings. People's lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care provided by these workers. EMTs and paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities. 

The Paramedic program at SUSLA takes 16 months or 46 hours to complete (52 hours if you need A&P). The program is designed for the working adult learner.

• New classes start every Fall and Spring semesters
• Classes or in the evening, 2-3 meetings per week depending on clinical assignments.
• Tuition and fees include mandated books, school fees, and lab fees. *They do not include National Registry Testing, transportation, and scrubs for clinicals.

At program end, you will have earned a Technical Diploma in EMS Paramedic and be prepared to take the National and State test for licensure.

Acceptance Criteria

• Must be accepted into Southern University at Shreveport
• Must be an EMT Basic in good standing with the State of LA
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to do the physical components as outlined in the Student Handbook.
• Must have A&P (Bio 220,222) prior to acceptance or complete it during the first semester online.

We have introduced an online class specific for paramedic students (must be completed with a C or better by first semester ending)

• Must have a valid LA driver’s license.
• During the weeks prior to class start, our staff will conduct online or in-person meetings with prospective students. It is a time for you to answer questions and hear more about our program.

Contact Information

John Lane, BS, NRP
Clinical Coordinator
Phone: 318-670-9566
Email: jlane@susla.edu

Please see your advisor or University Catalog for more information.