Our program director must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education, a license as a paramedic in the state of Indiana, and a primary instructor certification in the state of Indiana.  Our Lead Educator must have a minimum of an associate degree from an accredited Institution of Higher Education, must be a licensed paramedic in the State of Indiana, and should have a Primary Instructor Certification in the State of Indiana.  

The program utilizes instruction from many of the physicians, nurses and technicians at The Methodist Hospitals as well as healthcare professions, and paramedics from affiliated services in Northwest Indiana communities.

PARTICIPANT QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. Must be 18 year of age
   2. Hold a current valid State of Indiana EMT Certification.
   3. Must show evidence of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
   4. Have no physical or mental disorders that would determine ineligibility for certification as evidenced by completion of a Physical Examination.
   5. Highly recommended: 20 hours of patient contact, and six months experience as a functioning EMT in the field.
   6. Must meet all requirements set forth by the State of Indiana E. M. S. Commission (Indiana EMSC – ALS Rule 836 IAC 4-9-1 Student qualifications to enter training

An applicant for Indiana paramedic training shall meet the following requirements:

1. 1. 1. Hold a valid certificate as an emergency medical technician.
      2. Be at a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
      3. Have a high school diploma or general education diploma.
   2. Individuals who have successfully completed an Indiana basic emergency medical technician course or are accepted for basic reciprocity and have taken the Indiana basic written and practical skills certification examinations may hold a provisional spot in a paramedic course.
   3. Hold a valid current CPR training card of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider level or equivalent.
   4. Must submit two letters of recommendation attesting to their character, professionalism and commitment.
   5. Meet eligibility requirements for application for certification as established by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
   6. Re-enrollment after prior unsuccessful participation in Education Course.
      1. This section refers to any person who has previously been enrolled in a Paramedic Education Course at The Methodist Hospitals or any other State of Indiana approved Paramedic Education Institution.
      2. Any candidate who has been enrolled and participated unsuccessfully in the Education course two times during the previous years, must submit in writing to the Course Medical Director and Course Coordinator:
         1. An explanation of the reasons for being unable to complete the Education Course during the prior attempts.
         2. What efforts have been made to alter these circumstances to assure successful completion.
         3. If affiliated with a provider service, verification from the Provider Service Administrator or Chief, the services awareness of the prior enrollment in the course and the service’s commitment for the candidate’s additional enrollment during this course.
      3. The candidate must agree to a personal interview with the Course Medical Director, Course Coordinator and/or Education Staff to review the application.
      4. The candidate agrees to any special provisions made by the above review board as a contingency to enrollment and course completion.
      5. A student who was enrolled in the Methodist Hospital Education Program the prior year and did not successfully complete due to academics may apply to re enroll according to the Academic Re-Enrollment Guidelines.

Applications open March 1, 2024.  Applications are due no later than April 30, 2024.  

May 1, 2024 - Items Due:

1. Paramedic Application 
2. Current EMT Certification
3. Copy of a valid drivers license
4. Two letter of recommendations
5. Completion of the Computer-Based Entrance Exam
6. Interview appointment has been set up and secured.  

May 31, 2024 - Items Due:

1. Completion of Interview with Program Administration

June 5, 2024 - Items Due:

1. Successful Completion of the Psychomotor skills evaluation

July 1, 2024 - Items Due:

1. Student Health Evaluation
2. Student Health Screen
3. Health History Questionnaire
4. Consent of Release of Records Form
5. Indication of Financial Responsibility Form
6. Student Tuition Agreement Form
7. Letter of Intent
8. Background check completed
9. Initial Payment Course Tuition