EMS programs are designed to provide initial and re-credential training in the Emergency Medical Services field. Initial courses are provided to prepare individuals to earn their EMS credentials. Continuing education courses are offered each semester on the college campus or at area agencies enabling current EMR, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic credential.
EMS Important Information
All EMS courses require proof of a high school diploma, GED, or college transcript and that a copy of the student’s high school diploma or GED be kept on file. Wilson Community College recognizes high school diplomas from regionally accredited schools, private high schools or home schools registered with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Wilson Community College will also accept high school diplomas from correspondence schools that are accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and/or a regional accrediting agency, such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. EMS applications for all initial courses listing all pre-requisites and co-requisites are available in the Continuing Education office. Only completed applications will be accepted for entrance into any initial training program.
Student Fees
Fees listed include registration, student technology ($5.00) and student security ($15.00). There are NO fee waivers for student technology and student security fees. *Preregistration required three days prior to class for all initial Emergency Medical Services courses.
CPR for Healthcare Providers/BLS for Healthcare Providers
The Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Classroom Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner.
Students are required to obtain CPR as a pre-requisite for many areas of study, such as the Nursing and Nurse Aide programs, Emergency Medical Services, and Medical Technology.
Pass Rate
| Year | EMT | AEMT | Paramedic |
| 2009 | 71% | * | * |
| 2010 | 87% | * | * |
| 2011 | 74% | * | * |
| 2012 | 59% | * | * |
| 2013 | 62% | * | * |
| 2014 | 69% | * | * |
| 2015 | 79% | * | 86% |
| 2016 | 57% | * | * |
| 2017 | 54% | * | * |
| 2018 | 85% | * | * |
| 2019 | 81% | * | * |
| 2020 | 83% | * | * |
*Less then 5 tested in that year, not reportable.
1st Attempt pass rate ONLY.
No paramedic graduates during the 2020 reporting year.
For more information contact:
EMS Coordinator
Department: Continuing Education
Phone: (252) 246-1296
Email: twillis@wilsoncc.edu
Office: B105f
Director of Health and Emergency Services
Department: Continuing Education
Phone: (252) 246-1372
Email: bsmith@wilsoncc.edu
Office: B105e
AHA Training Site
Wilson Community College is a training site for the American Heart Association and certifies students in Healthcare Provider, Heart Saver CPR/AED (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and Heart Saver CPR/AED/First Aid.
Available Courses
Monthly Continuing Education Training
Wilson Community College offers monthly Continuing Education Training at various locations in Wilson County. All training materials will be provided by the instructor at registration. All classes are open to those needing to obtain continuing education for their EMS credential. NOTE: Students must bring a letter of affiliation from their department chief to have fee-waived.
Crossroads FD – 3rd Thursday of each month
Bakertown FD – 4th Monday of each month
Wilson County Rescue – 4th Tuesday of each month
Stantonsburg EMS – 4th Wednesday of each month
Elm City EMS – 4th Thursday of each month
Wilson County EMS: Dates TBA
East Nash Fire Dept: Dates TBA
Time is 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Registration is on site.
Registration Fee is $70.00 per class unless fee waived.
EMT – BLND
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED:
• AAOS Emergency Care & Transportation of the Sick &Injured (11th Edition) Navigate 2, Premier Package -ISBN: 978-128-411-6588
• BLS Healthcare Provider Manual (2015 guidelines)
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must have Internet access to coursework(computer lab is available on campus)
• Must possess a valid North Carolina MotorVehicle Operator’s License
• Complete Wilson Community College EMS Program Application
• Copy of REQUIRED Immunization Records for clinical sites
• Must maintain an average grade of 80% or above
• Must maintain an overall attendance of 90%
• Must complete CastleBranch online background and health requirements
NOTE: You may be eligible for fee exemption if you are affiliated with an approved NC agency. A letter of affiliation is required to register using “Fee Exemption.” No exemptions allowed for the cost of the CPR eCard ($6) and the insurance fee ($2). (22.8 CEUs) This course is a total of 228 hours: Weekend schedule will be given on the first day of class. The class is a combination of Internet and classroom assignments.
Letter of Review
The Wilson Community College Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP Executive Office). 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. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT’s Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.
CoAEMSP Executive Office
8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703‐8445
FAX 214‐703‐8992
www.coaemsp.org