When you enroll in Lansing Community College's Emergency Medical Services program you’re embarking on a path that leads to a rewarding career of service. Since 1975 LCC has being training paramedics to serve their communities as Emergency Medical Professionals. Our goal is to ensure that students are ready to work in challenging, high-stakes emergency situations as soon as they graduate and are licensed. LCC EMS graduates are sought after by employers state wide.
Lansing Community College's Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for Emergency Medical Services Professionals.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Pre-Registration Tasks - Fall Semester 2025
Full Semester Teaching Period - Last Date to Drop Course with a Record of a W & Last Date to Drop Online - Spring Semester
Registration begins for Current and Returning Students - Fall Semester 2025
Last 15 Weeks Teaching Period - Last Date to Drop Course with a Record of a W & Last Date to Drop Online - Spring Semester
Accreditation
To contact CAAHEP:
9355 - 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445
FAX 214-703-8992
coaemsp.org
Advising
Contact Academic Advising for an appointment to answer your individual questions.
517-483-1200 option 4
Academic Advising
Advising Guides
For detailed information about the program layout, prerequisites, cost, and more, check out the Advising Guide.
Degrees and Certificates Offered
Basic Emergency Medical Technician, CC
Overview
Emergency Medical Service providers are dispatched to the scene of an incident by an emergency dispatcher and often with-or are themselves-police and/or fire officers. EMS providers are trained to care for patients on accident scenes and on transport by ambulance to the hospital under medical direction. The EMTs and Paramedics have the emergency skills to assess a patient's condition and manage respiratory, cardiac, trauma and many medical emergencies.
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Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Admission into the college does not guarantee entrance into an EMS program. Please check the EMT (Basic Emergency Medical Technician) Advising Guide for specific admission criteria.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Emergency Medical Services, AAS
Overview
Emergency Medical Service providers are dispatched to the scene of an incident by an emergency dispatcher and often with-or are themselves-police and/or fire officers. EMS providers are trained to care for patients on accident scenes and on transport by ambulance to the hospital under medical direction. The EMTs and Paramedics have the emergency skills to assess a patient's condition and manage respiratory, cardiac, trauma and many medical emergencies.
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Transferability
General education requirements may differ from one institution to another. Contact your preferred institutions and plan their general education requirements accordingly with an LCC advisor.
EMS Instructor-Coordinator, CC
Overview
The EMS Instructor-Coordinator course is intended for licensed EMS practitioners who have interest in teaching initial EMS education courses and/or conducting EMS continuing education sessions. The LCC IC course meets all State of Michigan curriculum and content requirements. The curriculum provides the opportunity for building and developing teaching skills that will lead to instructional and administrative expertise in accordance with applicable state requirements for EMS educators. Students who successfully complete this course are eligible to sit for the State of Michigan EMS Instructor-Coordinator licensure exam.
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Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Admission into the college does not guarantee entrance into an EMS program. Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Three + Years of EMS Field Experience Providing Direct Patient Care at a license Life Support Agency at the Applicable License Level prior to completion of the program.
- Currently licensed as an EMS provider in Michigan at or Above the Applicable IC Level
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Paramedic, CA
Overview
The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Paramedics function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Paramedics perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Paramedic is a link from the scene into the health care system.
Download Curriculum PDF Advising Guides
Admissions Requirements
LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Admission into the college does not guarantee entrance into an EMS program. Please view the Paramedic Advising Guide for specific admission criteria.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Community Paramedicine, CC
Overview
The Community Paramedic program is intended for licensed paramedics who have an interest in additional certification. This state-approved course combines online and in-person instruction to accommodate licensed and practicing EMS professionals. A total of 160 hours of clinical time at selected sites are required for the course. Participants who successfully complete this program receive a certificate of completion.
*Curriculum Under Review
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must be a licensed paramedic. LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. Applicants seeking financial aid must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Career Information
The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. Please see Career Coach for specific career requirements.
*Please note that data shared on this page is provided by Lightcast are estimates only, may require education beyond the certificate or associate degree granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. LCC advises that you rely on your own due diligence in choosing a field of study.
Contact Us
Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic
Health and Human Services Division Office
HHS Building, 108
517-483-1410
517-483-1508 fax