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Pre-Paramedicine Courses at Allan Hancock College

Are you planning to pursue a career as a paramedic? Start your journey with us at Allan Hancock College by building a strong foundation in prehospital care through our Pre-Paramedicine courses. Designed to equip aspiring paramedics with essential knowledge and skills, these courses provide the advanced medical groundwork needed for success in the field and in our Paramedicine Program.

Beginning in 2026, successful completion of all four Pre-Paramedicine courses will be required for entry into the AHC Paramedicine Academy. These courses include:
  • EMSP 300 – Anatomy & Physiology for Prehospital Personnel
  • EMSP 301 – Introduction to ECG Rhythm Analysis & Interpretation for EMS Professionals
  • EMSP 302 – Introduction to Pharmacology for Prehospital Professionals
  • EMSP 304 – Medical Mathematics for the Prehospital Professional
These courses are also designed to bridge the gap for newer or less experienced EMTs—especially those with limited exposure to real-world prehospital care. Students are introduced to the basic fundamentals of advanced prehospital concepts, preparing them for the rigors of paramedicine training and beyond.
Flexible by design, students may enroll in all four courses in a single semester or spread them out over multiple terms. Courses will be offered every Fall and Spring semester beginning Fall 2025 to help you stay on track and reach your goals.
Take the first step toward becoming a paramedic — start here with our Pre-Paramedicine courses and prepare for a meaningful and impactful career in emergency medical services.
🧠 EMSP 300 – Anatomy & Physiology for Prehospital Personnel
Lay the foundation for everything you’ll need to know as a paramedic with this comprehensive deep dive into the human body. This course explores essential anatomy and physiology from head to toe, covering all major body systems and the cellular processes that keep them running. Designed specifically for prehospital providers, you’ll build the language, structure, and system-level understanding needed to make sense of complex patient presentations. Perfect for both first-time learners and those looking to refresh their medical science knowledge, this course brings the human body to life in a way that’s engaging, practical, and directly connected to EMS practice.
❤️ EMSP 301 – Introduction to ECG Rhythm Analysis & 12-Lead Interpretation for EMS Professionals
Get to the heart of cardiac care—literally. This exciting course gives you the skills to read and interpret ECGs with confidence, a must for any medical professional in training. You’ll learn to recognize life-threatening rhythms, understand the principles of cardiac electrophysiology, and master 12-lead ECG interpretation. From atrial fibrillation to STEMIs, you’ll be prepared to identify and respond to a wide range of cardiac emergencies. Using real-world case scenarios and hands-on learning strategies, EMSP 301 helps you build the critical thinking and rhythm recognition needed in fast-paced prehospital environments.
💊 EMSP 302 – Introduction to Pharmacology for the Prehospital Professional
Step into the world of emergency medications with this dynamic and practical introduction to prehospital pharmacology. Whether it’s administering epinephrine during a cardiac arrest or calculating pediatric doses in the field, this course gives you the tools and knowledge to do it safely and effectively. Learn how drugs work, how to give them, and how to avoid common errors. With a strong focus on real EMS scenarios, you’ll explore medications used for cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and trauma-related emergencies. This course is your first step in becoming a confident and competent EMS medication provider.
📐 EMSP 304 – Medical Mathematics for the Prehospital Professional
Precision can save lives—especially when it comes to medications and fluids in emergency care. This course arms you with the essential math skills every future paramedic needs to confidently calculate drug dosages, IV infusion rates, and fluid resuscitation plans. You’ll learn to convert units, perform weight-based dosing, and apply life-saving formulas like the Parkland Formula for burn patients. Through real-world EMS scenarios and hands-on exercises, you'll turn numbers into confident decisions under pressure. Whether math has always been your strength or you're ready to conquer it, EMSP 304 makes these critical skills approachable, practical, and essential.
📅 Ready to Start?
Courses launch Fall 2025 and will be available every Fall and Spring semester.
Prepare yourself for success in the Paramedicine Program and beyond.