LSC-North Harris is a leader among emergency medical services educational institutions. The EMS Professions program is intended for students who wish to receive a high quality educational experience and desire to dedicate themselves to careers in emergency medical services. LSC-North Harris provides the educational and clinical background necessary to become eligible for certification/licensure at the EMT-Basic and Paramedic levels.

Certification/licensure is not automatic; the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and/or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) administers all certification examinations upon completion of a DSHS recognized educational program. Completion of the EMS Professions program does not guarantee eligibility for DSHS/NREMT certification/licensure. Criminal background checks are conducted by DSHS as part of the certification process. Candidates with concerns about their background should contact the Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin.

Accreditation Status

Accreditation Status

“The Professions program at LSC-North Harris] is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

727-210-2350
www.caahep.org

To contact CoAEMSP:

214-703-8445

www.coaemsp.org

The EMS Professions program at LSC-North Harris and its course offerings are approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).

Program Goals

The goal of the Professions program at LSC-North Harris is to prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and/or Emergency Medical Technician, and/or Emergency Medical Responder levels.

Estimated Costs of the Program

Tuition is paid each semester based upon the number of semester hours being attempted in the semester. The below tuition and fees are estimated for an in-district student.

Program Costs over 5 Semesters

Certification Costs

Sequencing of Courses

The paramedic program at LSC-North Harris is a 21-months or a 5-semester program beginning every fall semester. After successful completion of the second year or fifth semester, the student is eligible to sit for the Paramedic certification examination. Students are admitted as a cohort and are required to take the following courses in sequence as listed below:

Application Procedures for Advanced Coursework (Paramedic)

Students must make formal application to the EMSP Program to pursue coursework beyond the EMT-Basic level (EMSP 1501/1160). Applicants who are currently certified at the EMT-Basic or AEMT (Intermediate) level or have completed EMSP 1501 (EMT-Basic) and EMSP 1160 (EMT-Basic Clinical) but who do not yet hold EMT-Basic certification may be accepted, with the provision that they obtain EMT-Basic certification prior to beginning the first paramedic clinical assignment. Completion of the following prerequisites may be required for admission into the program. ENGL 0304 or ENGL 0339 AND ENGL 0305 or 0355, OR higher level course (ENGL 1301) OR placement by testing. Completion of MATH 0306 OR placement by testing.

1) Complete an application to Lone Star College, unless already a current student, at applytexas.org.  Send the following to the College:

1. Documentation of high school graduation or a GED.
2. Copies of all relevant academic transcripts: high school, college or university, military service schools, and other proprietary schools.
3. Once accepted into the college and a student ID number has been issued, all correspondences will be exchanged using your MyLoneStar.edu student email only

2) Complete the online Paramedic Program Application for admission during the PARAMEDIC PROGRAM APPLICATION PERIOD:  MAY 1st through JULY 16th application period for a FALL start.

3) Invites to schedule an appointment with Program Director, Michael Della Croce for an interview will start going out around the middle of June.  Email the following information to the Program Director prior to the interview:

1. A resume or curriculum vitae showing work history with an emphasis on EMS or other health care experience.
2. Copy of the front and back of Texas Drivers License or official state ID.
3. Completed and notarized EMS Professions program FERPA form.
4. Provide documentation of EMT or AEMT (Intermediate) certification or NREMT Registration (Students who are currently enrolled in an EMT course or who have completed EMT coursework and are engaged in the credentialing process should indicate that on the online application)

4) Once accepted into the program, you will be asked to upload and maintain the following clinical requirements prior to the second semester.  More details will be given during the Mandator Orientation in August.

1. Provide documentation of EMT or AEMT (Intermediate) certification or NREMT Registration (Students who are currently enrolled in an EMT course or who have completed EMT coursework and are engaged in the credentialing process should indicate that on the online application)
2. Complete LSCS Health History and Physical Forms
3. Submit proof of immunizations
4. Submit proof of American Heart Association's Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers CPR card
5. Complete background check and drug screen

The online application as well as all additional documentation stated in step 2, must be submitted prior to July 16th, preceding the fall semester for which admission is desired.  Application portfolios will be accepted after the deadline if available slots still exist.

Clinical facilities may also require completion of a satisfactory drug screening, personal medical insurance, and additional immunizations.  All of which are at the students' expense.

Letters regarding admission status will be emailed at the conclusion of the application process.

**Candidates must attend one of the two mandatory orientation sessions. Failure to attend orientation will result in revoking of application.**

**August Dates & Times TBD for 2025 application cycle.**

Further information can be obtained by calling Workforce Advisor, Kenya Hicks at 281-765-7957, by visiting Winship 174, or calling the EMS Program Director, Michael Della Croce at 281-765-7766.

Admission and Selection Criteria of Candidates

EMS Professions students are admitted for advance coursework every fall semester. If there are more applicants who meet the admission criteria than space will allow, applicants will be ranked for placement in the class. Ranking for placement will be based on a point system for:

• 1 year full time or 2 years part time or volunteer service in EMS; or relevant military experience
• Employment by clinical affiliates
• EMT-I, RN, PA, EMT-P, LP, DO, MD.
• BIOL 2404 or equivalent
• PHIL 2306 or equivalent
• 1-10 completed college credits (excluding BIOL 2401, 2402, 2404)
• 11-20 completed college credits
• 21-30+ completed college credits
• Per College Grade Point (Example: 3.5 GPA = 3.5 Points)

Readmission of Transfer to the Advanced Program

Readmission into the advanced program will be considered if the student left or was dismissed in good standing from the program. Transfers into the program are not accepted. If eligible, readmission is based upon seat availability and decisions are made on an individual basis. Readmission is not guaranteed. A student who wishes to apply for readmission must do so by completing the application packet and submitting it to the program director by the established deadlines each semester. Readmission to the program will require applicants to restart the cohort, including repeating previous course or clinical work, and/or additional requirements.  Contact the Program Director, Michael Della Croce at 281-765-7766.