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Visit OptionsA degree in paramedic technology offers graduates a variety of career opportunities in emergency medical services. They can work as paramedics, responding to emergency calls and providing medical care to patients in need.
Others may specialize in areas such as flight paramedicine, working on medical helicopters or airplanes to transport patients to hospitals quickly and safely. Some graduates pursue roles in ambulance services, fire departments or hospitals, where they can work as EMS supervisors, training officers or quality improvement coordinators.
Average salary is based on a paramedic position from Salary.com. Job posting data is for paramedic positions and is provided by Lightcast. This number represents unique job postings from companies looking to hire in the last 30 days as of May 2024.
Major in paramedic technology at USF, and you’ll build a foundation for your future. It all starts when you customize your bachelor’s degree program to your goals.
Complete the following courses. Alternatives for the following courses: CHE111 or PHY201 or CHE121 or PHY101, CHE112 or PHY102 or CHE122, PHY202.
BIO302
Biology of Microorganisms
BIO100
General Biology
CHE111
General Chemistry I
CHE112
General Chemistry II
BIO314
Human Anatomy
BIO315
Human Physiology
Complete two semesters of BIO300.
BIO300
Science Literature Review
Complete 8 s.h.
CHE403
Advanced Topics
BIO490
Advanced Topics/Biology
CHE305
Biochemistry
CHE406
Bonding and Structure
BIO309
Cell Biology
BIO402
Developmental Biology
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