West Hills College Lemoore paramedic program accepting applications

The paramedic program at West Hill College Lemoore is accepting new student applications for its August 2015 start date.

The program offers students the opportunity to earn an Associate of Science Degree or certificate of completion.

Throughout the year students learn how to perform emergency procedures, freeing people trapped in vehicles and special rescue. They also learn about EMS systems, workforce safety and wellness, EMS communications, and about common illnesses and emergency situations.

“Our paramedic program prepares our students to be entry-level paramedics by rapidly introducing evidence-based prehospital care and high-level thinking,” said Ralph Herrera, paramedic program coordinator and lead instructor. “We continue this amount of high-yield education throughout the program and this ultimately improves patient care at the end of the day.”

To qualify, students must have have their EMT1 state-issued license or National EMT license. They must also have prerequisite classes in anatomy, physiology and English.

Applications are available in the Health Careers office on the West Hills College Lemoore campus. The deadline is 3 p.m. Aug. 7.

For more information call 559-925-3000 or visit http://westhillscollege.com/lemoore/academics/health/paramedic.asp.

This story was originally published July 10, 2015 at 9:02 PM with the headline "West Hills College Lemoore paramedic program accepting applications."