Letter of Review from CoAEMSP — first Letter of Review Paramedic program in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Paramedic Program
Become a Leader in Pre-Hospital Emergency Care
The Paramedic program prepares you for the highest level of pre-hospital emergency care. Master advanced cardiac life support, pharmacology, and critical care interventions across three semesters — Fall, Spring, and Summer. CAMP is the first in the Commonwealth of Virginia to have a Letter of Review for both AEMT and Paramedic.
Semesters
3
Credits
45
Tuition (in-state)
$5,674
Tuition (out-of-state)
$12,839
Financial aid
G3 eligible
Program highlights
- First LOR Paramedic program in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- 45 credits across 3 semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer)
- G3 eligible tuition assistance
- Simulation lab, clinical rotations, and field internship
- ACLS, PALS, AMLS and PHTLS certifications built into Semester 2
Requirements before enrollment
- Current AEMT certification (National Registry or Virginia)
- CPR (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
- Completion of AEMT courses or equivalent
- BIO 145 - Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits)
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
Skills you'll master
Advanced Cardiac Care
12-lead ECG interpretation, cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, and cardiac pharmacology.
Advanced Airway Management
Endotracheal intubation, RSI, surgical airways, and mechanical ventilation.
Pharmacology
Comprehensive medication administration including cardiac drugs, sedatives, and analgesics.
Critical Care Transport
Manage critically ill patients including ventilator patients and complex medical conditions.
Pediatric & OB Care
Neonatal resuscitation, pediatric emergencies, and obstetrical complications.
Medical Leadership
Scene management, team leadership, and critical decision-making under pressure.
Curriculum
Printable schedule for faculty and students — includes every term shown below.
Showing 3 of 3 semesters · 45 credits
Semester 1 — AEMT / Paramedic Pathway
17 creditsLecture and lab meet Tuesday and Thursday at the Health Professions building (Room 306) in three phases: Phase 1 Aug 19 – Oct 13, Phase 2 Oct 14 – Nov 10, Phase 3 Nov 11 – Dec 15.
| Course | Title | Schedule | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMS 123 | EMS Clinical Preparation | Virtual · Aug 19 – Aug 31 orientation block | 1 |
| EMS 170 | ALS Internship | Clinical & field · Sep 1 – Dec 6 | 1 |
| EMS 180 | Advanced EMS Foundation | Online, asynchronous · September | 1 |
| EMS 181 | Advanced Airway & Shock Management | T/Th · Phase 1 | 1 |
| EMS 182 | Advanced Airway & Shock Management Lab | T/Th · Phase 1 | 1 |
| EMS 183 | Advanced Medical Care | T/Th · Phase 2 | 2 |
| EMS 184 | Advanced Medical Care Lab | T/Th · Phase 2 | 1 |
| EMS 185 | Advanced Trauma Care | T/Th · Phase 3 | 2 |
| EMS 186 | Advanced Trauma Care Lab | T/Th · Phase 3 | 1 |
| SDV 100 | College Success Skills (co-requisite) | Wednesday 12:00 – 1:00 PM | 1 |
| BIO 141 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I (co-requisite) | Mon/Wed/Fri | 4 |
| HLT 105 | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (AHA BLS) | Wednesday sessions: Sep 16, Oct 14, Nov 18 | 1 |
Semester 2 — Paramedic
16 creditsLecture and lab meet Monday and Wednesday. Nationally recognized certification courses (ACLS, PALS, AMLS, PHTLS) run as intensive two-day blocks.
| Course | Title | Schedule | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMS 221 | Paramedic Cardiovascular Care | M/W · Jan 11 – Feb 21 | 3 |
| EMS 222 | Paramedic Cardiovascular Care Lab | M/W · Jan 11 – Feb 21 | 1 |
| EMS 223 | Paramedic Patient Care I | M/W · Mar 9 – Apr 17 | 3 |
| EMS 224 | Paramedic Patient Care I Lab | M/W · Mar 9 – Apr 17 | 1 |
| EMS 241 | Paramedic Internship I | Clinical & field · Jan 11 – May 3 | 2 |
| EMS 165 | Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | Intensive 2-day · Feb 23 – 25 | 1 |
| EMS 169 | Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) | Intensive 2-day · Mar 2 – 4 | 1 |
| EMS 164 | Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) | Intensive 2-day · Apr 20 – 22 | 1 |
| EMS 163 | Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) | Intensive 2-day · Apr 27 – 29 | 1 |
| EMS 210 | EMS Operations | M/W · February block | 1 |
| EMS 212 | Leadership and Professional Development | M/W · March block | 1 |
Semester 3 — Paramedic Capstone
12 creditsCapstone term runs May 24 – Jul 31. Paramedic Review closes the program before the NREMT paramedic exam.
| Course | Title | Schedule | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMS 225 | Paramedic Patient Care II | M/W · May 24 – Jul 31 | 5 |
| EMS 226 | Paramedic Patient Care II Lab | M/W · May 24 – Jul 31 | 2 |
| EMS 246 | Paramedic Internship II | Clinical & field · May 24 – Jul 19 | 2 |
| EMS 249 | Paramedic Capstone Internship | Clinical & field · May 24 – Jul 31 | 2 |
| EMS 216 | Paramedic Review | M/W · Jul 19 – Jul 31 final review | 1 |
Career outlook
Hampton Roads Salary
Average annual salary for Paramedics in Hampton Roads
$45,266/yr
Hourly Rate
Average hourly wage for Paramedics in Virginia Beach
$29.36/hr
Job Growth
Expected growth in Paramedic positions through 2032
+7%
High Demand
Hampton Roads fire departments actively recruiting
200+ Jobs
Where our graduates work
- Norfolk Fire-Rescue
- Hampton Fire & Rescue
- Virginia Beach EMS
- Newport News Fire
- Chesapeake Fire
- Nightingale Air Ambulance
- Sentara Healthcare
- Riverside Health
- Naval Station Norfolk
Cost breakdown
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition (in-state, 45 credits) | $5,674 |
| Tuition (out-of-state, 45 credits) | $12,839 |
| Sanders' Paramedic Textbook (6th Edition) | $611.63 |
| Uniform Polo Shirt | $31.00 + tax |
| Sterling PreClinical Docs (pay once, forever access) | $35.00 |
| Sterling Paramedic Lab/Live sPCR EDS (documentation system) | $144.00 + 7.5% tax |
| Physical Exam & Immunizations | Varies |
| VA OEMS Background Check | Free |
Cohorts
Paramedic Spring 2027 — Semester 2
Jan 11, 2027 – May 3, 2027
Hobbs Suffolk Campus
day · Mondays & Wednesdays, plus internship hours
18 of 18 seats available
Paramedic Summer 2027 — Semester 3
May 24, 2027 – Jul 31, 2027
Hobbs Suffolk Campus
day · Mondays & Wednesdays, plus capstone internship
18 of 18 seats available