Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Associate of Applied Science with a major in Emergency Medical Services

Associate of Applied Science
Southside Virginia Community College

The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is designed to provide a broad-based knowledge of current and future advances in the Emergency Medical Services field. It will prepare students for an exciting position in emergency medical services as a volunteer or career member, while enhancing career hiring and advancement opportunities for existing career personnel.


Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science with a major in Emergency Medical Services
66
Associate of Applied Science with a major in Emergency Medical Services
66
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services (5/1/2022)
66
COURSE REQUIREMENTS (5/1/2022)
66
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EMS 111
7
Earn 7 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 120
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 121
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 123
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 125
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 126
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 139: Special Populations
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 140
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 202
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 203
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 204
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 210
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 212
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 167: Emergency Pediatric
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 164: Advanced Medical Life
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 216: Paramedic Review
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EMS 206
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 165
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 247
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 163
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 112/EMS 113
7
Earn 7 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 141/BIO 142
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EMS 248
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 100:CPR for Healthcare Prv
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 127: Airway, Shock, & Res
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 128: Airway, Shock & Res
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 135: Emergency Medical
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 136: Emergency Medical
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 137: Trauma Care
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 138: Trauma Care Lab
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 142: Human Anatomy & Phys
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 141: Cardiovascular Care
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 142:Cardiovascular Care La
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
EMS 175: Paramedic Clinical Ex
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 230: Development Psych
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
EMS 249: Paramedic Capstone
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 200: Ethics
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO 145/SOC 200
7
Earn 7 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Assoicate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services (5/1/2022)
66
Residency Requirement
66
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 12 credits may be applied to this program.
GPA Requirement
66
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Program Overview & Guidance
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Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Emergency Medical Services - Intermediate
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic
Link
Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Emergency Medical Services - Basic
Link
Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Emergency Medical Services - Advanced
Link
Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Is This Degree Right For Me? The Emergency Medical Services program prepares students as entry level Paramedics. Students awarded this degree may take the NREMT-P exam to be licensed as Paramedics.
What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Southside Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Are there other program requirements beyond specific courses? Entry into the Emergency Medical Services program requires the general college admission process and a separate application to the program. For further information on the application process please visit:
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Program Successes & Highlights
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion The student development (SDV 100) requirement at SVCC is waived for students who have completed an associate or baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. All other coursework is evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning We accept AP, IB, Dantes, and CLEP results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Southside Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
External Link
Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
External Link
Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
External Link
Percent of Transfer Students
100% of Transfer students who applied were accepted. The average GPA of transfer students accepted was 2.98
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?

Some of main reasons that students pick SVCC are the location, affordability, and student-centered focus of the employees. SVCC is located in southside Virginia with two campuses and five off-site centers, often making it a short drive. SVCC offers small class sizes which allows for a personable experience with faculty.

Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance or year placement in the program of study.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance or year placement in the program of study.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions We recommend that you start your transfer planning during your first semester at SVCC. In addition to your regular academic advising, you should review the SVCC guaranteed admissions agreements and the transfer guides for the college or university to which you would like to transfer.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services (EMS)AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services-ParamedicAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Central Virginia Community CollegeAAS in Emergency Medical Services - ParamedicAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services - ParamedicAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in Emergengy Medical Services TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Patrick & Henry Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services - ParamedicAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical ServicesAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Emergency Medical Services TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Northern Virginia Community CollegeEmergency Medical Services, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-Year
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
29-2042.00Emergency Medical TechniciansAssess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
25-1071.00Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
29-2043.00ParamedicsAdminister basic or advanced emergency medical care and assess injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations