About our Program

The Paul D. Camp Community College EMS Program offers the following training through small classes with individualized instruction in a supportive, collegial environment:

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - 32 sessions of didactic education, simulation lab training, and practical time in regional ambulances and emergency departments. Traditional courses meet twice weekly for a semester; accelerated courses meet mostly online with lab sessions held on campus. Students earn a career studies certificate and test eligibility to certify as an EMT. Prerequisites: CPR for Healthcare Providers (we teach several CPR classes prior to the beginning of each EMT class!); meet the minimum qualifications set by the Virginia Office of EMS. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, apply now, or contact us for more information!

• Advanced EMT (AEMT) - 32 sessions of didactic education, simulation lab training, and practical time in regional ambulances and various hospital units. Traditional courses meet twice weekly for a semester; accelerated courses meet mostly online with lab sessions held on campus. Students earn a career studies certificate and test eligibility to certify as an AEMT. Prerequisites: Current certification as an EMT in Virginia. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, apply now, or contact us for more information!

• BLS (formerly known as CPR for Healthcare Providers) - 4.5 hours of didactic education and hands-on practice sessions. Students earn American Heart Association BLS Provider certification. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!

• BLS Recertification - 2.5 hour of didactic education and hands-on practice sessions to renew BLS Provider certification. Prerequisite: current BLS certification. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - 16 hours of didactic education and hands on practice sessions in the identification and management of cardiovascular emergencies. Students earn American Heart Association ACLS Provider certification. Prerequisite: pass pre-course exam. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!

• ACLS Recertification - 8 hours of didactic education and hands on practice sessions. Prerequisites: current ACLS certification, pass pre-course exam. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - 16 hours of didactic education and hands on practice sessions in the identification and management of pediatric emergencies. Students earn American Heart Association PALS Provider certification. Prerequisite: pass pre-course exam. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!

• PALS Recertification - 8 hours of didactic education and hands on practice sessions. Prerequisites: current PALS certification, pass pre-course exam. View our upcoming course offerings, see the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!

• Community Education - on demand presentations of community CPR, first aid, and emergency management designed for your organization. Typical classes are offered for scout troops, church groups, and community organizations. Contact us for more information or to schedule training, view the frequently asked questions, or contact us for more information!