Program Overview

Paramedicine Bachelor of Science Program

The Paramedicine Bachelor of Science program at Creighton University combines intense hands-on training with academic rigor, preparing students to respond with skill, compassion, and leadership in critical moments. As one of the first professional EMS bachelors programs in the nation, it offers immersive clinical experiences alongside local fire departments, ambulance services, and hospital units, giving students real-world exposure from day one.

Program Overview

The program prepares students to step into the field with:

• Solid clinical knowledge: The why behind patient assessment and decisions
• Proven hands-on skills: From airway management to life-support procedures
• Professional judgment and behaviors: Clear communication, teamwork, ethics, and calm under pressure

Program Details

Creighton Universitys Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine program helps students develop their critical thinking and decision-making skills, while also providing instruction about direct patient care and EMS tools, techniques, and current advancements. Along with learning in the classroom, students participate in clinical immersion and direct patient care by working with local fire departments, ambulance services, and clinical units within area hospitals.

All the EMS courses offered include curricula based on the current United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, National EMS Education Standards, and Guidelines.

As a paramedicine major, students explore:

• Clinical science foundations: Anatomy, physiology, chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, and lifespan development to understand how illness and injury affect the body
• Paramedicine core skills: Advanced patient assessment, airway management, cardiology (including ECG), pharmacology, trauma care, medical emergencies, and care for special populations
• Hands-on practice: Progressive labs, simulation, and clinical practicums that build confidence and competence, culminating in a capstone and transition-to-practice experience
• Communication, leadership, and professionalism: Written/oral communication, ethics, cultural humility, teamwork, operations, and special operations for high-reliability care
• Evidence-based decision making: Statistical reasoning and research literacy to evaluate evidence and improve prehospital care
• Certification readiness and pathways: Eligibility to test for NREMT EMT (after fundamentals) and Paramedic (after the major), with elective options in education, systems management, and critical care

Applying to the Paramedicine Program

Admissions to the program are based upon:

• High school GPA
• ACT or SAT scores
• Extracurricular activities
• A personal statement to demonstrate creative abilities not reflected in transcripts
• A recommendation from the applicants high school counselor

Additionally, honors sections and advanced placement courses will enhance a candidates application.

Admission Dates to Know

Applications for the fall semester open on August 1 of the prior year. For scholarship consideration, it is recommended to complete the undergraduate application as early as possible.

Career Fields for Paramedicine Majors

While EMTs and paramedics have beenand will continue to bethe backbone of the nations 911 rescue system, there are many exciting new opportunities for career growth in the paramedicine field. Recognized experts are needed across the nation, especially in the following areas:

• Paramedicine service providers
• Paramedicine education
• Emergency preparedness
• Community health training
• Public health initiatives
• Humanitarian assistance
• Injury and illness prevention
• Primary and community-based care
• Emergency department care
• Critical care transportation
• Industrial health services

BridgeBSN+ Program

The BridgeBSN+ program combines a Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine and Nursing in just 4.5 years, creating a seamless bridge from prehospital care to professional nursing practice. Through an integrated curriculum and streamlined clinical pathway, students gain advanced emergency care skills while completing two degrees.

Tuition, Cost, and Financial Aid

Tuition is reviewed annually. The current full cost of attendance, net-price calculator, and financial-aid information can be found on the universitys Cost and Aid page. Nearly all undergraduates receive financial aid. To be considered, students must submit their FAFSA and browse the universitys institutional-aid programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the career outcomes for graduates of the BS in Paramedicine program?

Graduates have a wide range of employment options, including those related to the management of EMS systems, quality assurance coordination, emergency preparedness, community health education, and public relations for medical services organizations.

What kind of clinical experience is included in the program?

Students participate in clinical immersion and direct patient care by working with local fire departments, ambulance services, and clinical units within area hospitals.

Is there an accelerated pathway to a master's degree?

Yes, the accelerated Bachelors to Masters Program allows students to begin earning credits toward the M.S. in Paramedicine degree during their final semester in the B.S. in Paramedicine programsaving a year of time and tuition.

Are there any student organizations or extracurricular activities related to paramedicine?

Creighton Universitys Emergency Medical Services Club is designed for students with interests in emergency medical professions who wish to use their knowledge, ethics, resources, and leadership skills to give the public, especially their peers, a better understanding of basic lifesaving techniques and procedures.

Accelerated Bachelors to Masters Program

The Accelerated Bachelors to Masters Program allows students to get a head start on their Master of Science in Paramedicine, saving a year of timeand tuitionwhile positioning themselves for a higher salary.

Accreditation

The paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) on the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Licensure

Professional licensure requirements are determined solely by each state and may change without notice. Students should review program-specific documents or consult the appropriate licensing agency in the state where they plan to practice to confirm updated requirements.