Letter of Review from CoAEMSP — CAMP is the first in the Commonwealth of Virginia to have a Letter of Review for both AEMT and Paramedic.
Advanced EMT
Bridge the Gap Between EMT and Paramedic
Expand your emergency care capabilities with advanced skills including IV therapy, medication administration, and cardiac monitoring. The AEMT certification opens doors to higher-paying positions and prepares you for paramedic training.
Semesters
1
Credits
11
Tuition (in-state)
$1,891
Tuition (out-of-state)
$4,280
Financial aid
G3 eligible
Program highlights
- CoAEMSP Letter of Review
- One semester, 11 credits
- G3 eligible tuition assistance
- +$4,357 average salary increase over EMT Basic
Requirements before enrollment
- Current EMT certification (National or Virginia State)
- Completion of BIO 145: Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Background check clearance
- Current immunizations (including TB test)
- Physical examination
Skills you'll master
IV Therapy
Peripheral IV access, fluid administration, and basic IV medication delivery.
Advanced Airway
Supraglottic airways, CPAP, nebulized medications, and advanced ventilation techniques.
Cardiac Monitoring
Basic ECG interpretation, cardiac monitoring, and recognition of life-threatening dysrhythmias.
Pharmacology
Expanded medication formulary including glucose, albuterol, epinephrine, and naloxone.
Shock Management
Advanced assessment and treatment of shock states with IV fluid resuscitation.
Trauma Care
Advanced trauma assessment, hemorrhage control, and critical patient transport.
Curriculum
Printable schedule for faculty and students — includes every term shown below.
Semester 2
12 Credits| Course | Title | Schedule | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 123 | EMS Clinical Preparation | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 170 | ALS Internship | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 180 | Advanced EMS Foundation | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 181 | Advanced Airway & Shock Management | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 182 | Advanced Airway & Shock Management Lab | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 183 | Advanced Medical Care | — | 2 Credits |
| EMS 184 | Advanced Medical Care Lab | — | 1 Credit |
| EMS 185 | Advanced Trauma Care | — | 2 Credits |
| EMS 186 | Advanced Trauma Care Lab | — | 1 Credit |
Career outlook
Average Salary
Virginia Average
$42,077/yr
Hourly Rate
Virginia Average
$20.23/hr
Salary Increase
Over EMT Basic
+$4,357
Career Path
Next Step
Paramedic
Where our graduates work
- Norfolk Fire-Rescue
- Virginia Beach EMS
- Hampton Fire & Rescue
- Chesapeake Fire Dept
- Newport News Fire
- Naval Station Norfolk
- Sentara Healthcare
- Riverside Health
- AMR Ambulance
Cost breakdown
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition (in-state, 11 credits) | $1,891 |
| Tuition (out-of-state, 11 credits) | $4,280 |
| Uniform Polo Shirt | $31.00 + tax |
| Sterling PreClinical Docs (pay once, forever access) | $35.00 |
| Sterling AEMT Lab/Live sPCR EDS (documentation system) | $96.00 |
| Physical Exam & Immunizations | Varies |
| VA OEMS Background Check | Free |
Cohorts
AEMT Fall 2026 — Paramedic Pathway Semester 1
Aug 19, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026
Hobbs Suffolk Campus
hybrid · Tuesdays & Thursdays, on-campus labs plus online modules
14 of 18 seats available
AEMT Spring 2027
Jan 11, 2027 – May 8, 2027
Hobbs Suffolk Campus
hybrid · Tuesdays & Thursdays, on-campus labs plus online modules
18 of 18 seats available