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Robeson Community College provides an array of classes to meet the market demand for Emergency Medical Services (EMS). In this exciting field of study, you will learn how to properly assess a patient, provide acute care in the emergency setting, identify and modify illness and injury risks, and provide acute illness and slip and fall injury care. EMS is a critical component of the nation’s healthcare system. The job market awaits each of our graduates with open arms. Robeson Community College is excited to have you join one of our progressive classes in EMS.
Accreditation
The Robeson Community College AEMT program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self-Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. The Letter of Review NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
To contact CoAEMSP:
214-703-8445
Robeson Community College Paramedic program 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).
AEMT Program Goals:
“To prepare Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (Behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.”
Paramedic Program Goals:
“To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (Behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.”
2025 Annual Report Statistics
State Written Exam: 100%
Retention: 52.2%
Positive (Job) Placement: 91.7%
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 – 113th St. N
#7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
To contact CoAEMSP:
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445
www.coaemsp.org
EMS Course Schedule
- Skills
- ACLS Instructor
- AEMT initial
- AEMT Refresher
- AEMT Supplemental
- Basic Anatomy & Physiology
- Community Paramedic
- CPR Instructor
- Critical Care Paramedic Refresher
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Emergency Vehicle Operator
- EMT Initial
- EMT Refresher
- Instructor Methodology
- Paramedic ConEd
- PALS Instructor
- Paramedic Clinical
- Paramedic Initial
- Paramedic Refresher
- EMS Special Topics
Faculty & Staff
Troy (Sam) Bishop, EMS Department Chair/Program Director
910-272-3452 or tbishop@robeson.edu
Thomas (Brad) Byrd, ALS Coordinator/EMS Faculty
910-272-3408 or tbyrd@robeson.edu
Lance Speights, EMS Faculty
910-272-3374 or lspeights@robeson.edu
Christy Musselwhite, EMS Compliance Officer
910-272-3371 or cmusselwhite@robeson.edu
Schedule a Reading Test
The Testing Center is now offering day and evening testing. Please call 910-272-3641 to schedule an appointment.
| Day | Location | Phone Number | Schedule | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Thursday | Building 14 Room 1427A | 910-272-3641 | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (last appointment 11:30 am) | Lunch 2:00-3:00 pm |
| Monday-Thursday | Building 14 Room 1427A | 910-272-3641 | 4:30 pm – Placement test; 5:30 pm CCR orientation | |
| Monday-Thursday | Comtech | 910-272-3482 | 8:00 am – 11:30 am |
The EMT Initial class is a foundation class that introduces the student to the world of Emergency Medical Science. This course exposes the student to patient assessment, managing trauma, and medical issues that arise within the population. The student will learn the skills to splint a potential fractured bone, assist with breathing, perform CPR, and bandage wounds that occur among a multitude of other skills. The EMT course consists of 240 didactic hours, including 80 hours of skill and assessment labs, and 48 hours of EMS field internship. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to take the North Carolina certification exam or the National Registry certification exam at the EMT level.
View Available EMT Initial Classes and Register
Prerequisites
The EMT Initial class is a foundation class that introduces the student to the world of Emergency Medical Science. This course exposes the student to patient assessment, managing trauma, and medical issues that arise within the population. The student will learn the skills to splint a potential fractured bone, assist with breathing, perform CPR, and bandage wounds that occur among a multitude of other skills.
The EMT course consists of 240 didactic hours, including 80 hours of skill and assessment labs, and 48 hours of EMS field internship.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to take the North Carolina certification exam or the National Registry certification exam at the EMT level.
Students must be at least 17 years of age at the start of class. High School students who are under 18 years may take the EMT class, and if eligible, may take the NCEMS EMT exam. Students who pass the EMT exam, but are under 18, will not receive their credentials until they are 18.
Application Packet Checklist
- EMT Application Packet
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Reading Test Score or College Transcript
- Copy of Driver’s License
- If applicable: Copy of any applicable specialty cards
*If you need to schedule a placement test, please contact the testing center at (910) 272-3641
Cost
| Registration Fee | This fee maybe waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina. | $180.00 | Robeson Community College – Continuing Education Course Registration (fundfive.com) |
| Textbook | Emergency Care 15th Edition – ISBN13: 9780138365561 | $104.99 | Purchased first day of class |
| EMS Testing | EMS Testing is the official program used for student testing and exams. *Course Code issued on the first day of class. | $55.00 | PlatinumEd.com – Create Student Account |
| EMCE | EMCE is the official program utilized for scheduling clinicals and skills tracking. *Course Code issued on the first day of class. | $30.00 | Sign In to EMCE |
| Uniforms | Each student is required to purchase the RCC EMS Polo in order to attend class, labs, and EMS Field Rotations. | $48.00 | Sign City 1604 Godwin Ave., Lumberton, NC 28358 (910) 738-7080 |
| Uniforms Cont. | Students will also need to purchase black pants, black boots, and a black belt. | Price will vary | Vendor of your choice |
The AEMT course consists of approximately 136 hours of instructor-led didactic, skill, and assessment labs, 75 hours of online education, as well as 48 hours of hospital clinical and 48 hours of EMS field internship.
Prerequisites
The AEMT course consists of approximately 136 hours of instructor-led didactic, skill, and
assessment labs, 75 hours of online education, as well as 48 hours of hospital clinical,l and 48 hours of EMS field internship.
The following criteria must be met prior to entering the ALS Program. Students should bring all of the
information listed below prior to registering for the class. Registration will not be allowed without
fulfilling each prerequisite.
- Possession of a valid and active North Carolina EMT Credential, NREMT, or another state’s EMS Credential prior to the start of the clinical or field component.
- Provide a copy of a current credential in the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
- Complete the current reading and math assessment tests and score reading comprehension and math skills at the 12th-grade level. Students producing a college transcript illustrating successful completion of a college-level English and/or Math course are exempt from the reading and/or math assessment.
*If you need to schedule a placement test, please contact the testing center (910) 272-3641
Application Packet Checklist
- ALS Program Admission Application
- College Transcript OR Assessment Test Results, Math AND Reading
- Copy of Driver’s License
- Copy of AHA CPR Credential
- Copy of EMT Credential
AEMT Classes
Cost
| Registration Fee | This fee maybe waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina. | $180.00 | Register Here! |
| Castlebranch | Students must complete a drug screen analysis and obtain a copy of their criminal background record and provide them to the field/clinical site(s).*Package code is RR37 | $110.08 | CastleBranch |
| Textbook | Textbook – Advanced EMT: A Clinical Reasoning Approach – ISBN13: 9780135322574 | $104.99 | purchase first day of class |
| EMS Testing | EMStesting is the official program used for student testing and exams. | $74.00 | PlatinumEd.com – Create Student Account |
| EMCE | EMCE is the official program utilized for scheduling clinicals and skills tracking. | $60.00 | EMCE Sign-In |
| Uniforms | The student is required to purchase the RCC EMS Polo in order to attend class, labs, and EMS field rotations. | $48.00 | Stockclass 1800 Lewis Farm Rd, Shannon, NC 28386 (910) 843-6790 Sign City 1604 Godwin Ave., Lumberton, NC 28358 (910) 738-7080 |
The Paramedic course consists of approximately 368 hours of instructor-led didactic, skill, and assessment labs, 292 hours of online education, as well as 200 hours of hospital clinical and 300 hours of EMS field internship.
View Available Paramedic Initial Classes and Register
Prerequisites
The following criteria must be met prior to entering the ALS Program. Students should bring all of the information listed below prior to registering for the class. Registration will not be allowed without fulfilling each prerequisite. RCC EMS Program requires applicants MUST:
- Possession of a valid and active North Carolina EMT Credential, NREMT, or another state’s EMS Credential prior to the start of the clinical or field component.
- Provide a copy of a current credential in the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
- Complete the current reading and math assessment tests and score reading comprehension and math skills at the 12th-grade level. Students producing a college transcript illustrating successful completion of a college-level English and/or Math course are exempt from the reading and/or math assessment. If you need to schedule a placement test, please contact the testing center at (910) 272-3641.
- Submit a Continuing Education Registration Form. This form will be emailed to you after the application is accepted. Registrations can also be completed in person at RCC’s main campus once the application is accepted.
Application Packet Checklist
Please attach a copy of the following with the application. (Applications will be considered incomplete without each of the following attached.)
- ALS Program Admission Application
- College Transcript OR Assessment Test Results, Math AND Reading
- Copy of Driver’s License
- Copy of AHA CPR Credential
- Copy of EMT Credential
- Paramedic Only: Copy of EMS 3163, EMS 3168 & 3169, BIO 163, BIO 168 & 169
Cost
| Registration Fee | This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina. | $180.00 | Register Here! |
| Castlebranch | Students must complete a drug screen analysis and obtain a copy of their criminal background record and provide them to the field/clinical site(s). *Package code is RR37 | $110.08 | CastleBranch |
| Textbook | Bledsoe’s Paramedic Care: Principles and Practice V2:H2 – ISBN13: 9780136895039 | $229.99 | Purchased first day of class |
| EMS Testing | EMS testing is the official program used for student testing and exams. | $105.00 | PlatinumEd.com – Create Student Account |
| EMCE | EMCE is the official program utilized for scheduling clinicals and skills tracking. | $120.00 | EMCE Sign-in |
| Uniforms | The student is required to purchase the RCC EMS Polo in order to attend class, labs, and EMS field rotations. | $48.00 | Stockclass 1800 Lewis Farm Rd, Shannon, NC 28386 (910) 843-6790 Sign City 1604 Godwin Ave., Lumberton, NC 28358 (910) 738-7080 |
| Certification Card Fees | ACLS PALS PHTLS AMLS EPC GEMS | $10.00 $10.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 $15.00 | Obtained During the Course |
Prerequisites
EMS Recertification and Refresher Student Prerequisites
- EMS Credential Status
- Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT, or other State EMS Credential.
- Held a North Carolina EMS Credential (EMR, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic) that has expired and qualifies for the reinstatement of a lapsed credential under 10A NCAC13P.0512.
- If the competence of the student falls below the required level, the student should be encouraged to improve those skills before renewing their EMS credential. An educational institution is not required to enroll a student whose skills do not meet the required level.
Scope of Practice Component
The scope of practice performance evaluation is scenario-based and must be consistent with the requirements detailed in the OEMS Technical Scope of Practice Performance Evaluations document.
- For individuals completing a refresher course for the purpose of renewing active and valid credentials are not required to complete a Technical Scope of Practice.
- For individuals completing a refresher course to reinstate an expired or amended credential shall successfully complete a level appropriate Technical Scope of Practice.
EMS RECERTIFICATION AND REFRESHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SUMMARY
The following represents a summary of the required components and recommended minimum time requirements for the EMS refresher program:
| National Requirements (NCCR) to include Local Continued Competency Requirements (LCCR) | EMR | EMT | AEMT | Paramedic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airway, Respiration, and Ventilation | 3 | 10 | 10 | 12 |
| Cardiovascular | 6 | 12 | 18 | 23 |
| Trauma – To include Pediatrics | 2.5 | 8 | 13 | 14 |
| Medical – To include Pediatrics | 7.5 | 16 | 21 | 25 |
| Operations | 5 | 14 | 13 | 16 |
| Individual Competency- Provider selects EMS-Related Education | 8 | 20 | 25 | 30 |
| Totals | 32 | 80 | 100 | 120 |
Refresher Courses
Cost
Registration Fee: $180.00
This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina.
Thank you for your interest in our Paramedic Bridge to an Associate Degree! This is a very popular topic in the world of Paramedicine, and we are glad you chose us for your education!
Step #1:
The first step to enroll is to apply to be a student at Robeson Community College. Here is the link to our admissions office: https://www.robeson.edu/admissions/. The seven simple steps to apply are at the bottom of the page.
If you need to contact the admissions office directly, their number is (910) 272-3356.
Step #2:
Once you complete your RCC application, the admissions office will ask you which degree track you would like; you will choose “Emergency Medical Science, Paramedic Bridge”. Then you will fill out the Bridge Program application and send it back to the admissions office via email to Engle Revels at erevels@robeson.edu. Please also cc me on the application email so we are aware you have submitted it. (tbyrd@robeson.edu)
Step #3:
After you have completed your Bridge Program application, I will review it and follow up with you directly to schedule your classes!
Step #4:
Please go ahead and send me a copy of your current Paramedic Certification and other certifications outlined in the application so I can get the ball rolling with our records department. (tbyrd@robeson.edu)
View Available Community Paramedic Classes and Register
Cost
Registration Fee: $180.00
This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina.
This course must follow the guidelines established by the NC Office of EMS and must follow the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Guidelines for Educating EMS Instructors (2002 or subsequent amendments) as the official outline meeting the Instructor Methodology Course requirement for credentialing as a NC OEMS Level I Instructor. This course will provide students who are clinically competent in a specific EMS content area with the instructional knowledge, resources, and skills to effectively deliver quality EMS education.
View Available EMS Instructor Methodology Classes and Register
Cost
Registration Fee: $180.00
This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina.
