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Paramedicine Program - Entrance Examination, Application & Interview Processes
Prior to applying to the Paramedicine Program please review the step-by-step instructions below regarding the entrance examination, application, and interview selection process information.
Itemized below are very important documents that must be reviewed prior to completing the Paramedicine Program Application. Should you have further questions after reviewing please contact the district healthcare education department at paramedic@domail.maricopa.
2024 Cohort Information
- Fall 2024 (August start) through Summer 2025 (July completion)
- In progress, graduation August 2025
2025 Cohort Information
- Spring 2025 (January start) through Fall 2025 (December completion)
- In progress, graduation December 2025
- Fall 2025 (August start) through Summer 2026 (July completion)
- Meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays 0800 – 1700
- Application deadline May 31, 2025
- Panel interviews, for those that pass the entrance exam and submit an application prior to the deadline, will be held between June 6th – 12th, 2025
- Cohort finalization by June 30th, 2025
- Orientation TBD
2026 Cohort Information
- Spring 2026 (January start) through Fall 2026 (December completion)
- Meets on Wednesdays and Fridays 0800 – 1700
- Application Deadline October 31, 2025
- Panel interviews, for those that pass the entrance exam and submit an application prior to the deadline, will be held between November 16th – 22nd, 2025
- Cohort finalization by November 30th, 2025
- Orientation TBD
- Fall 2026 (August start) through Summer 2027 (July completion)
- Meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays 0800 – 1700
- Application deadline May 31, 2026
- Panel interviews, for those that pass the entrance exam and submit an application prior to the deadline, will be held between June 7th – 13th, 2026
- Cohort finalization by June 30th, 2026
- Orientation TBD
2027 Cohort Information
- Spring 2027 information coming soon
- Fall 2027 information coming soon
2028 Cohort Information
- Spring 2028 information coming soon
- Fall 2028 information coming soon
How To Apply
Paramedicine Selection Process (Step by Step Instructions)
- Civilian - (general student population, non-public safety/employer sponsored students)
- EMS Sponsored Safety Personnel - (for students currently employed in public safety and public safety employer sponsored students)
STEP #1: Preparing for and Completing the EMT General Knowledge Computer-based Entrance Examination
- Preparing for the paramedicine computer-based entrance exam
- Paramedicine Computer Based Entrance Exam
Schedule your Entrance Examination
- To schedule your Paramedicine Entrance Exam, please visit the Appointment Scheduler. Applicants will need to schedule their exam at least 24 hours in advance. When scheduling the exam, make sure to select the Paramedicine Entrance Exam. For additional assistance, please visit the Testing Services.
Following the Completion of the EMT General Knowledge Computer-based Entrance Examination
- Students that have passed the EMT General Knowledge Computer Based Entrance Exam
- Students that have failed (not passed) the EMT General Knowledge Computer Based Entrance Exam
STEP #2: Submit a Paramedicine Program Application After Passing the Entrance Examination
STEP #3: Oral Panel Interview Process
- Upon successful completion of the Entrance Exam and Application, the Program will contact you to schedule an oral panel interview (may be held in person or virtually).