Becoming an emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic can take anywhere from one to three years, depending on a student’s choice of career and educational path.
EMT training focuses on life support techniques in first-response situations, including CPR, tourniquet application, and treatment of wounds. Paramedics deliver more advanced procedures and therefore require more extensive education and training. This guide below reviews the basics of the profession and provides a strong focus on the educational steps needed to enter the field. Interested students can also learn about average salaries and projected job growth for this exciting field.
Below is the list of Paramedic Schools in Uganda
Mulago Paramedical Schools | Makerere University
Institute of Allied Health and Management Sciences Department of Paramedic
International Paramedical Institute (IPI)
How long do you go to school to become a paramedic?
Steps to Becoming a Paramedic/EMTEMT basic training (EMT-B) takes anywhere from six months to two years to complete, depending on the institution. These programs are offered at technical institutes and community colleges and typically include 120 to 150 hours of coursework.
What qualifications do you need to become a paramedic?
Essential qualifications
- Paramedic course.
- OR a degree in paramedic science.
- At least five GCSEs, grades A-C, including English, maths, and science.
- Five Standard Grades at grade 3 or above, including English and a science subject
How much does it cost to become a paramedic?
In general, you can expect your paramedic tuition to cost anywhere between $1,000 to $10,000. Know that this is just an estimate, with some programs exceeding $10,000 in cost for education and training. Take, for example, UCLA’s Paramedic Program. The cost of tuition at UCLA’s Paramedic Program is $9,500.
Is paramedic in high demand?
Employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Emergencies, such as car crashes, natural disasters, and acts of violence, will continue to require the skills of EMTs and paramedics.
Source: ugcolleges.com