Westfield State University Accepting Applications for Paramedic Program
WESTFIELD — Westfield State University is now accepting applications for the next paramedic program cohort starting in September. This program is designed to establish a direct career pathway for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) to advance to paramedics.
Students will benefit from a comprehensive curriculum, expert faculty, and state-of-the-art training facilities. The program includes one year of classroom instruction followed by clinical, field, and capstone internships, and can be completed in 12 to 18 months with an accelerated track. To meet the diverse needs of working students, the program offers an optional hybrid live lecture model enabling remote participation with the in-person classes. Hands-on skills labs are held in-person.
After completing the didactic phase of the program last December, the inaugural paramedic cohort has transitioned into field and clinical internships. Students are now building hands-on experience with regional healthcare systems and emergency response partners, including Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Holyoke Medical Center, and Mercy Medical Center; fire departments in East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, Southwick, and Westfield; and EMS providers such as Chapin Ambulance, Northern Berkshire EMS, and Cataldo Ambulance.
As EMS agencies across the region continue to face staffing shortages, increasing call volumes, and expanding demands for advanced prehospital care, graduates of Westfield State’s paramedic program will play a vital role in strengthening emergency medical services and ensuring timely, high-quality care for residents. Westfield State ensures the curriculum reflects industry standards, equipping students with the skills and expertise needed for immediate employment in emergency medical services.
Prospective students can visit www.westfield.ma.edu/paramedic for detailed admission requirements and program specifics for the next cohort.