Admissions Process for Paramedic Program
South Florida State College’s Paramedic program is a limited access program that accepts a maximum of 18 students each fall and spring term. Applicants are not considered for admission to the Paramedic program until all of their required records are filed with the Admissions Office, and it is the applicant’s responsibility to provide these records. The EMS Department reserves the right to deny admission to any student who lacks the necessary qualifications for the Paramedic program.
Step 1: South Florida State College Admissions Requirements |
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If you are not currently enrolled in SFSC, complete these requirements through the SFSC Admissions Office General Application Link. If you are a current student, contact the program administrative office for information regarding how to update your current SFSC student application. |
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While completing the application to become a student at SFSC, select the following from the drop-down boxes provided: 1. “Area of Interest” select “Emergency Medical Services” 2. “Application Major” select “Paramedic” |
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Upload a copy of your driver’s license or approved government picture identification.
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Upload a copy of any certifications related to this field you may currently possess (EMT).
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Upload a copy of a current resume, describing work experience and education. This document is used to provide points towards program acceptance as noted below. |
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Upload a brief essay as to why you have decided to attend Paramedic training at this time.
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Submit your official high school transcript, GED, or equivalent, verifying that you have graduated from high school. Each transcript must come directly from your school to the SFSC Admissions Office via the mail or by electronic transfer.
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Submit the official transcript from each college in which you attended credit courses. Transcripts for certificate programs such as Minimum Fire Standards are not required.
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If you have resided in the state of Florida for a minimum of one calendar year, submit the Florida Resident Declaration Form with any required supporting documents.
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Complete the GPS New Student Orientation online.
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If you have been convicted of certain crimes, you may be disqualified from admission to the Paramedic program. Before you complete prerequisite courses and other pre-admission requirements, read the material on Program Disqualification Due to Past Convictions to determine whether state laws allow you to work as a health care provider.
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Step 2: Paramedic Program Application Process |
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Selection Process Priority for admission is given as follows:
SFSC reserves the right to deny admission to anyone who lacks the required qualifications. Applicants are not guaranteed acceptance because they have completed their application package or met the minimum requirements for admission. Candidates may need to reapply if they wish to be considered for a subsequent class. Each class is selected from a new applicant pool. |
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Step 3: Requirements After Acceptance to the Paramedic Program
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If you are among the successful candidates, you will receive an email to the address provided on your College application. Once you are accepted, you will be contacted to discuss admission into the next available cohort of students and your name and contact information will be added to the SFSC Paramedic program waitlist. Failure to attend the mandatory program orientation may forfeit acceptance, and the applicant may be removed from the waiting list.
Once admitted, approximately 1-2 months prior to the start of your class, you will receive an email containing information on the mandatory program orientation and directions on how to submit any required supporting documents. Completion of the following forms is required by our clinical partners and must be submitted directly to the EMS Program administration, located in the Public Safety Building, Room CC-102. Documents will include HIPPA compliance, pre-entrance physical examination, and immunization and vaccination records. |
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At the mandatory Paramedic program orientation, applicants submitting all required documents will be given an authorization to register for Paramedic program courses.
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During the mandatory program orientation, you will be provided with directions related to the last requirements for the Paramedic Program.
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Before the end of the first semester, you must produce proof that you have a valid State of Florida EMT certification.
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General Information
SFSC is a drug-free campus.
Contact the EMS Department
EMS and Fire Administration | 863-784-7278 | emsandfireinfo@southflorida.edu