Program Requirements

Admission to Austin Community College does not guarantee admission to the Emergency Medical Services Professions Advanced Level Programs.

EMT-Basic Requirements

Please read the EMT-Basic Information pages before proceeding. Upon completion of the online CAP session, print out the application at the end of the session, complete and return to the Health Sciences Office at Eastview Campus.

EMT-Intermediate and Paramedic Requirements

Students desiring admission into the advanced level EMS training must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. Current Texas certification as an EMT-Basic or proof of current enrollment in an EMT-Basic Class or eligibility to take the National Registry Exam.
   
2. Complete an online Intermediate/Paramedic Information Session.
   Find out more here.
   
3. TSI complete or exempt.
   

4. Complete an application for admission into the EMSP advanced training program
• Applications can only be printed from an EMSP Information Session.

All applicants meeting admission requirements are prioritized on a first come first served basis.

Immunization Requirements
The Texas Administrative Code, Title 25, Part 1, Chapter 97, Subchapter B, Rule § 97.64 mandates specific immunizations for students enrolled in health-related courses in institutions of higher education. Furthermore, our clinical affiliation agreements with area medical providers also impose specific requirements on ACC's students. Immunzation information is here.