PROGRAM TUITION AND BOOK FEES
The tuition for the Paramedic program varies from school location. The 1,112 hour program, which includes Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advances Life Support and Pre- Hospital Trauma Life Support certifications. Registration fee must accompany the application to the school. The book fee payable by the first day of class. Payment Plans are available for qualified students.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The following objectives have been established for the EMS program department of FMTI for the Paramedic:
1. To develop in the graduate Paramedic an understanding of Emergency Medical Systems. The roles and responsibilities of the Paramedic are emphasized.
2. To prepare the graduate Paramedic to provide quality care and to function competently and effectively in the pre-hospital system. The graduate Paramedic will be able to demonstrate advanced skills and knowledge in his or her patient encounters.
3. To prepare the graduate Paramedic to successfully complete the state and/or National Paramedic Certificate Examinations.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
All general school requirements, plus
1. Current CPR card, AHA-HCP or ARC Basic Rescue
2. Current Florida EMT-B or NREMT-B Certification
3. Pass the FMTI Paramedic entrance examination