Program Overview
Become a highly skilled medical professional on the front lines of emergency care.
The Paramedic program prepares you to provide advanced, lifesaving care in the most critical emergency situations. As the highest level of pre-hospital emergency medical training, this program builds on your EMS experience and develops your ability to assess, treat, and manage complex medical and trauma cases.
Through hands-on training, clinical experiences, and real-world scenarios, students learn advanced airway management, cardiac care, medication administration, and critical decision-making skills. Graduates are prepared for Paramedic certification and careers working in ambulance services, fire departments, and emergency healthcare systems.
Upon completion of the training, students will be eligible to sit for the National Registry Examination at the Paramedic level and become licensed in the State of Oklahoma.
This Program Is Perfect For Students Who:
- Are currently certified EMTs or AEMTs ready to advance
- Want to take on leadership roles in emergency care
- Thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
- Are committed to providing advanced patient care
- Want a long-term career in EMS or emergency healthcare
“Tri County Tech has opened up a whole new world of opportunity for me.”
Schedule
Program Length: 1250 Total Hours
Program Instructor: Brian Church & Dale Little
| Program Dates | Program Days | Program Times |
| 01.13.2026 – 03.09.2027 | Tuesday, Thursday | 6:00pm – 10:00pm, |
| & Saturday | 8:00am – 4:00pm |
Cost Information
To reserve your seat, the required program down payment must be paid at the time of enrollment.
Complete tuition, fee, and payment details are provided below in the Program Cost Sheet. Students who do not meet payment deadlines may forfeit their reserved seat.
Application Requirements
Applications are due one week before the first day of class. All candidates must apply for acceptance into the program and complete an OSBI background check and drug screen. Please visit the OK State Department of Health website for more information on disqualifying offenses.
Prerequisites
Emergency Medical Technician | EMT
Anatomy & Physiology:
Students may substitute Anatomy & Physiology transcripted with a “C” or better from a college or university within the last 5 years. Click here to complete the online course at your own pace.
Program Courses
Anatomy & Physiology for Paramedics
Preparatory & Pharmacology
Patient Assessment
Medicine
Cardiovascular
Trauma & Shock
Special Patient Populations
EMS Operations
Exam & Skills Review
Clinicals & Leadership
Career Data
Our Placement Rate: 100%
Median Hourly Earnings: *$24.34
Completion/Retention Rate: 100%
*Information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data.
Career Opportunities
Private Ambulance Services
Fire Departments
Police Departments
Emergency 911 Services
Hospitals & Clinics
Certifications
NREMT Paramedic Certification
Oklahoma State Paramedic License
ACLS & PALS
BLS for Healthcare Providers
Career Data
| Paramedic Program Outcomes | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
| National Registry Pass Rate | 71.4% | No Graduates | 66.7% | No Graduates | 100% |
| Retention Rate | 70% | No Graduates | 85.7% | No Graduates | 91.7% |
| Job Placement Rate | 71.4% | No Graduates | 66.7% | No Graduates | 81.8% |
**The Tri County Tech 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 Service Professions (CoAEMSP Executive Office). To contact CoAEMSP Executive Office: 8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312 | Rowlett, TX 75088 | 214-703-8445 | www.coaemsp.org
Earn College Credit
Get a head start on your future. Many Tri County Tech programs offer the opportunity to earn college credit through our partnership with Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
It’s a simple way to turn your training into college progress—saving you time and money if you choose to continue your education.
Oklahoma State University – OKC
Tri County Tech students who become certified and licensed paramedics are able to earn credit hours towards a Paramedicine Associate in Applied Science degree through OSU-OKC. To learn about college credit opportunities, visit below or OSUOKC.edu.
Financial Assistance
Don’t let cost hold you back. Financial assistance is available for full-time programs and many of our Adult Career Development (ACD) courses through the Tri County Tech Foundation.
Once accepted, you’ll receive an application with simple instructions to apply
We do not accept funds from FAFSA or PELL.
Have Questions?
Our Student Services team assists potential students in finding the right program, financial assistance, and also works with local businesses in Bartlesville to help students apply to Tri County Tech. If you have any questions, contact us today or visit our Student Services team at our main Bartlesville campus.
