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Paramedicine (Bachelor of Science)
Finding a meaningful career is a must for you. So is being a leader in the field you pursue. Sound like you? Consider getting your Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine from Creighton University. Our program was one of the first professional EMS education programs in the nation.
When earning Creighton’s paramedicine degree, you’ll participate in clinical immersion and direct patient care by working with local fire departments, ambulance services and clinical units within area hospitals.
of 2023 graduates are employed or are continuing their education
first attempt pass rate on the 2023 paramedic national registry exam
OF EMS FACULTY HOLD A MASTER’S DEGREE OR HIGHER
Program Details
With a BS in Paramedicine from Creighton, you’ll learn:
- EMS tools and techniques
- Direct patient care
- The most current advancements in EMS
- Critical thinking skills
- Decision-making skills
Creighton’s Paramedicine education program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions.
Specializations
The bachelor’s degree in paramedicine offers a clinical track, a pre-nursing track and pre-med track. See curriculum below for detailed information on each plan of study.
View BS in paramedicine curriculum
- BS-EMS (Clinical Track Magis)
- BS-EMS (Physician Assistant Track Magis)
- BS-EMS (Pre-Accelerated Nursing Track Magis)
- BS-EMS (Pre-Med Track Magis)
Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s Program
If you see graduate school in your future, why not start sooner? Get a head start on your MS in Paramedicine while finishing up your bachelor’s degree.
Learn how to save a year of time and tuition through our Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master’s programs.
“The Creighton EMS bachelor’s degree program offers an environment to grow intellectually and personally. The educational opportunities, the enthusiastic faculty and the supportive student body all make this program stand apart.”
Dani Sasek, BS EMS’23
Admissions Requirements
Creighton admissions are based upon:
- High school GPA
- ACT or SAT scores*
- Extracurricular activities
- Personal statement to demonstrate creative abilities not reflected in your transcripts
- Recommendation from high school counselor
- Honors sections and advanced placement courses will enhance a candidate’s application
*For students who are choosing to apply test-optional, ACT/SAT exam scores are not required at the time of application for admission.
Dates & Deadlines
Applications for the fall semester open on Aug. 1 of the prior year. For scholarship consideration, the earlier you complete your undergraduate application, the better. For up-to-date deadlines, visit our admissions page.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition rates are updated each year. Visit our financial aid site to learn more about the cost of attendance.
Financial Aid
Creighton University's Financial Aid Office administers over $200,000,000 in student aid each year from federal, state, institutional and private sources.
To help make your undergraduate studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance. There is a variety of scholarships and financial aid opportunities available for Creighton data science students aimed at making your degree attainable. Explore scholarships.
Career advancement for EMS personnel increasingly requires attainment of a degree. The Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine degree completion pathway has been developed to help paramedics achieve professional goals, recognizing the education and clinical experience that has been accomplished. As practicing paramedic clinicians, the online degree completion program will focus on core liberal studies, advanced clinical concepts and leadership development. The entire program is conveniently delivered online, and most courses are presented in 8 week terms, easily allowing students to complete two courses per semester.
Eligibility
- Successful completion of a paramedic education program with grade(s) of C or higher and a minimum GPA of 2.75
- Current National Registry of EMTs Paramedic Certification
- Experience that must include a minimum of 3 years of clinical paramedic practice
- Prior work success as a paramedic
Creighton University, Paramedicine education program, conducts EMS courses with curricula based on the current United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, National EMS Education Standards and Guidelines. Learn more.
Emergency Medical Services Club
- This club is based on a strong foundation of students with interests in emergency medical professions who wish to use their knowledge, ethics, resources and leadership skills to give the general public, especially our peers, a better understanding of basic lifesaving techniques and procedures.
Andrew Lane, BS Paramedicine Graduate
Career Fields
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of emergency medical technicians and paramedics is projected to grow 24% by 2024, much faster than average for all occupations. While EMTs and paramedics have been, and will continue to be, the backbone of our nation’s 911 rescue system, many exciting new opportunities exist for career growth. Recognized experts are needed across the nation, especially in the following areas:
- Paramedicine service providers
- Paramedicine education
- Emergency preparedness
- Community health training
- Public health initiatives
- Humanitarian assistance
- Injury and illness prevention
- Primary and community-based care
- Emergency department care
- Critical care transportation
Career Options
The hands-on paramedic training uniquely prepares graduates for further study at the post-baccalaureate level. Bachelor degree graduates commonly go on to attain advanced degrees in medicine and pursue careers as physicians, physician assistants, registered nurses or other types of healthcare professionals.
Graduates who receive current paramedic certification qualify for employment in:
- Fire/rescue departments
- Private ambulance services
- Flight services
- Hospitals
- Emergency care centers
- Industrial organizations
- Education
- Management of EMS systems
- Quality assurance coordination
- Emergency preparedness
- Public relations representation for medical services organizations
- Industrial health services
- Community health education
Nick Maxwell, BS Paramedicine Graduate
