Program Overview

Paramedical Services

The Paramedical Services program is an intensive program that includes classroom, skills laboratory, hospital, and field clinical experiences.

High Demand Field

Employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Program Options

• Paramedical Services is available as a two-year associate in applied science degree.
• Paramedical Services is available as a one-year certificate program.

Fire Science

The Fire Science program is a special admission program that assists current firefighters and volunteers in earning Company Fire Officer and Advanced Company Fire Officer certifications.

Program Details

• The program is approved by the state fire marshal.
• The program allows professionals to increase their knowledge and skills as well as advance their careers.
• Those interested in applying must first receive a recommendation from their fire chief.
• The program has a flexible format, with in-person classes taking place only on weekends, including Fridays and Saturdays, over several months.
• The schedule has a blended format, with elements of both in-person learning and online work.
• The classes cover the Illinois state objectives as well as experience and real-world scenarios targeted toward local settings.
• Class participants are given the opportunity to train on the equipment in their respective stations, allowing them to gain knowledge and skills specific to their situations.

Student Testimonials

• Monica Menas, Laker Nation Class of 2019: "The Paramedical Services program is amazing, and I would recommend it to anyone. The instructors always stress the importance of having a positive attitude and being the patient's advocate."
• Will Giroux, Laker Nation Class of 2018: "I moved down to this area from the Chicago suburbs and I have really enjoyed the Paramedical Services program. I feel I made the absolute right choice with Lake Land. I pursued Paramedical Services because I love the spontaneity of this field and that each day is different."