Apply to EMSP/EMT

The EMSP department will not accept any incomplete applications.

Emergency Medical Technican (EMT)

1. 18 years of age
2. Clean criminal record history
3. Have completed or be able to complete the Hepatitis B vaccine series within the first week of class
4. Complete the OC admissions application
5. Receive approval from the EMS department

Paramedic

1. Transfer students must complete the OC admissions application
2. The applicant must be currently certified as a Texas EMT-B or EMT-I
3. Print and read the Emergency Medical Services Application Instruction Letter.
4. Print, read and complete Application for Admission to Emergency Medical Services Professional Paramedic .
5. Print and read MCH Health Occupation Program form.  All Immunization on the form except for the Tuberculosis Screening must be current and completed prior to submitting admission packet. (Tuberculosis Screening may be completed after being accepted into the program)
6. Place all required information and forms in a manila folder labeled with name and telephone number and submit to department secretary, at the Emergency Services Technology Building.

PLEASE NOTE:

Application to the Odessa College Paramedic program is competitive. Applications will be accepted at any time during the year. However,  if the application is more than 90 days old the student  must contact the EMS department and update all relevant  information no later than 45 days prior to their desired entry date to be considered for admission into the program.  All active applications on file will be reviewed and letters of acceptance will be sent out approximately 30 days prior to the start of class.  The EMS department will not accept any incomplete applications.