Why Community Paramedicine?

Our Bachelor of Science in Community Paramedicine program represents a revolutionary shift in the way healthcare is delivered, focusing on long-term care and patient wellness directly at home. Gone are the days when paramedics were solely associated with emergency response vehicles. The future of healthcare is here, and it’s taking place in the comfort of patients' homes.

Community paramedicine integrates paramedic skills with broader healthcare practices to provide holistic health management. Collaborating with doctors, nurses, and social workers, community paramedics emphasize preventive care, chronic disease management, and support for patients transitioning from hospital to home, ensuring continuity and reducing readmissions.

Program Highlights

Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program: Designed for certified paramedics looking to expand their skills and career opportunities.
Flexible Learning: Online classes paired with in-person labs and fieldwork that fit into your schedule.
Accelerated Pace: Complete your degree in just five semesters and step into this emerging field.
High-Demand Career: Community paramedicine is a rapidly growing field with plenty of opportunities for advancement.
Clinical Excellence: A unique curriculum focused on enhancing clinical skills and preparing you for community paramedic certification (CP-C).
Fieldwork: Gain experience in various hospital and community settings, affiliated with Atrium Health.

Benefits of Becoming a Community Paramedic

Improved Work-Life Balance: No more rushing from call to call in an ambulance. Enjoy more regular hours and a relaxed pace, reducing stress compared to traditional paramedic roles.
Personalized In-Home Care: Community paramedics provide consistent, personalized healthcare directly in patients’ homes, ensuring they receive the attention and care they need.
Career Growth: Join a high-demand field with numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Student Learning Outcomes

Classify the team roles of the community paramedic.
Identify health needs within the community.
Develop and deliver health education and interventions.
Support patients/clients with navigation of community health care, mental health, substance abuse, and related resources.
Implement paramedic assessment and diagnostic procedures beyond emergency care.
Execute strategies to intervene in behavioral health crises.

Curriculum Plan

Our Community Paramedicine Bachelor’s program equips certified paramedics with an associate degree in emergency medical sciences to enhance long-term health.

Testimonial

“Community paramedics bring the right care to patients at the right location — their homes, where patients want to be. Paramedics love what they do, and this program not only enhances their clinical skills, it educates them on topics like disease management, behavioral health and substance abuse, including the care and community resources that can keep patients out of the hospital. It’s good for patients, it’s good for the healthcare system and it’s good for the paramedics, who get to know their patients and provide the kind of care that will improve their lives over the long term. This is the wave of the future and how we will care for patients moving forward.”

Amanda M. Williams RRT, BSRT, MBA, NRP, CP-C, CMTE
Director Mobile Integrated Health, Mobile Medicine, Atrium Health

Christopher D Goenner, MHS, NRP, NCEE

Program Chair, Community Paramedicine

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this program accredited?

Yes, this program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

How long does it take to complete the program?

Most students can complete the program in 5 semester with full-time attendance.

When is the program start date?

The Bachelor of Science in Community Paramedicine is accepting applications for the fall 2024 semester.

Are clinicals a part of the program?

Yes, there are lab and clinical fieldwork components to this program. We work with students to arrange for them to complete labs and fieldwork in their local area and at flexible times that work for their schedule.

Who is eligible for this program?

You must complete the Associate of Applied Science in EMS degree and have a paramedic certificate to be eligible to enroll into this program.

Can courses be taken part time?

Yes. This program is designed with the needs of working professionals in mind and offers the flexibility to take classes part time, although enrolling part time will increase the time it takes to complete your degree.

What is the employment outlook for Community Paramedicine?

Community Paramedicine is an emerging and fast-growing field. Bachelor’s degree programs for Community Paramedicine are scarce, meaning those who obtain the degree will be sought after and should have no difficulty finding a job.

What are the admission requirements for this program?

Candidates for this program must be certified paramedics with an associate degree.

Am I eligible for financial aid?

This will depend on your individual circumstances. A large percentage of our students receive aid, which includes a mix of scholarships, loans, grants, work/study, institutional gift aid and federal financial aid. Our dedicated financial aid team will work with you individually to find all aid for which you are eligible. The first step is to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). See the Financial Information section of our website for more information.

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