Program Director:  Must have a Bachalors Degree from an accredited instituition of higher learning, Master Degree is prefered.  Must have a State of Indiana Paramedic Lincesure, National Registered Paramedic is preferred.  Must have a State of Indiana Primary Instructor certification.  

Lead Instructor:  Must have an Associate Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, Bachalors Degree is preferred.  Must have a State of Indiana Paramedic Lincesure, National Registered Paramedic is preMust have a State of Indiana Primary Instructor Certification.  

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.

Items due by April 15, 2025:

Paramedic Education Program Application

Copy of current State of Indiana EMT Certification

Copy of valid Driver License

Application Fee of $50

Items due by May 1, 2025:

Two letters of recommendation. See requirements form (included)

Completion of Fisdap Paramedic Entrance Evaluation (Computer Exam).

Items due by May 31, 2025:

Completion of Entrance exam at the Midlake Campus.

Completion of Entrance Interview with Program Administration

Items due by June 6, 2025:

Completion of psychomotor skills evaluation held at Methodist Hospitals

June 6, 2025 @ 0900hrs;

Item due by July 1, 2025:

Student Health Evaluation (Physical Examination)

Student Health Screen (Vaccination forms)

Health History Questionnaire

Consent to Release of Records Form

Indication of Financial Responsibility Form

Student Tuition Agreement Form

Letter of Intent Form

Background Check completed and attached

Course Tuition Initial Payment ($1,500.00)