Louisiana FAQs
Yes, students must be a Nationally Registered EMT in the State of Louisiana to enroll in the paramedic program and complete Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) prerequisites. A&P courses are available through SLCC, and eligible transfer credits from accredited colleges and universities may also be accepted. For more information on our paramedic program, click here.
Yes, you must have a high school diploma or GED/HiSET.
Tuition for the EMT program is typically $1,900. However, tuition is currently discounted to $400 at several of our campuses. Promotions and return-of-service agreements may also be available. For more information, call 1-866-459-3500.
The EMT program is 12 weeks.
The A&P class is one semester.
The paramedic program takes 12 months to complete for students who have the A&P credit.
After completing the EMS program, students must pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam and obtain state certification or licensure. EMTs and paramedics are in high demand nationwide, and Acadian Ambulance is actively hiring throughout Louisiana and its four-state service area.
