FAQs

A. In-state tuition is currently $98.75 per credit hour.  Costs can change as prices for equipment, student fees, and tuition can change without notice. This should be a close estimate, and we will try to update the information as it changes.

A. Out-of-state tuition is currently $359.71 per credit hour. (Tuition is subject to change.)

A. Yes, you must be a Gulf Coast State College Student to attend the EMT Program. You must apply to Gulf Coast State College  and complete the  EMT application. 

A. You must complete the online EMT application.

A. Math 59 or achieve a "C" or better in MAC0018, MTB0375, MAC1105, or higher course.

A. Writing 85 or achieve a "C" or better in ENC0015, ENC0025, or higher course.

A. Reading 90 or achieve a "C" or better in REA0007, or higher course.

If you have a college level  English, reading or math course, you will not need the PERT exam.

A. Once your application for the EMT Program has been received, you will receive an email with further information regarding orientation dates and requirements. If you have any questions regarding your submitted application, you may reach out via email to Victoria Byrd at vbyrd1@gulfcoast.edu.

A. If you need more information about the EMT curriculum, you can call or schedule an interview with the EMT Instructor, Dr. Dan Finley. Please contact him at (850) 769-1551 ext. 5603 or email at dfinley@gulfcoast.edu. 

A. The EMT Program classes are held at the Gulf Coast State College North Bay Campus -
Abbott Building:
637 Highway 2300
Southport, FL 32409

A. No.  The GCSC Fire College does not share the students' background results.  As stated in the EMT application, "Criminal background checks performed through other agencies will not be accepted."

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Spring EMT Class:
Night class
5:00PM- 7:00 PM Mondays & Thursdays
5:00PM- 9:00 PM Tuesdays

Summer EMT Class:
Day class
9:00AM- 12:15PM Mondays & Thursdays
9:00AM- 2:00 PM Tuesdays

Fall EMT Class:
Night class
5:00PM- 7:00 PM Mondays & Thursdays
5:00PM- 9:00 PM Tuesdays

*Additional mandatory class days may be scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays from 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM.

*Additional 120 clinical hours required will be scheduled by students.

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CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) students who are granted conditional acceptance into the EMT/Paramedic program must receive a satisfactory criminal background check prior to final acceptance. The background check will be scheduled and performed by the GCSC. Information and instructions on how to complete the background check will be sent by the program coordinator. Criminal background checks performed through other agencies will not be accepted.  Various clinical sites require level two background checks. Clinical agencies may require an additional background check prior to clinical access.  It is possible to graduate from a program at GCSC but be denied the opportunity for licensure because of an unfavorable background check.

An applicant must consider how his / her personal history may affect the ability to meet clinical requirements, sit for any licensure exams, and gain employment.  Students must be free of offenses that would disqualify one from employment in a health care related agency. Most State of Florida healthcare boards make decisions about licensure on an individual basis.  Visit the Florida Department of Health website (www.doh.state.fl.us/) for more licensure information.  We offer this information so that you can make an informed decision regarding your future.  If you have an Executive Order from the Governor’s office clearing you of any criminal charges and granting your restoration of civil rights, please bring the paperwork with you to your background appointment.

Please note that national certification is not a license to work in any state; you must also obtain a state license. Please understand that if your state, or any state, denies acceptance of your NREMT certification and denies the issuance of a state license, under the NREMT rules we must also remove your NREMT certification. If you are denied state licensure by any state you must inform the NREMT within 30 days of that denial.

Please read the following information carefully

Any student who has been found guilty of, regardless of adjudication, or entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to any offense under the provision of 456.0635 may be disqualified from admission to any EMS program.  In addition to these specific convictions, there are other crimes which may disqualify applicants from entering the EMS programs and/or clinical rotations. The  statute can be found online.