When can I start my clinicals?
EMT
EMT Students can begin clinics after completing/passing their Skills Lab and completing the formal request to be cleared for clinical/field experiences.
AEMT
Students can begin their clinicals after completing/passing their Session 1 Skills Lab and completing the formal request to be cleared for clinical/field experiences.
Paramedic
Students can begin their clinicals after completing/passing their Session 1 Skills Lab and completing the formal request to be cleared for clinical/field experiences.
Helpful Note: Skills Labs and clinical/field experiences can be attended while a student is still completing coursework; however, a student cannot begin clinical/field experiences before attending their first Skills Lab.
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Where are clinical rotations conducted?
Clinical rotations take place at various hospitals and EMS sites throughout Texas with which Texas EMS School has an executed affiliation agreement. RELATED INFORMATION: Policy(ies): https://policy.axoneducation.com/detail/02.11.102 Other Articles: ...
Are students responsible for finding their own clinical placements?
No, Texas EMS School helps arrange clinical placements. RELATED INFORMATION Other Articles: Do I set up my own clinical/field experiences? How can I find a clinical/field site?
How do I get started?
To get started, you can APPLY HERE!
Is traveling required for any part of this program?
Depending on their geographic proximity to designated skills lab and clinical/field experience locations, students may need to travel in order to complete those program requirements. Related articles: Where can I complete my Skills Lab? How can I ...
How long is the program?
While each program has a maximum completion deadline, students may work as quickly as they are able through their program, so long as they consistently meet the minimum program requirements. EMTB Program 20 weeks (approximately 5 months) to complete ...