Paramedic
CAAHEP-Accredited Paramedic Cohort Program
Wilson County ESD #3 Training Academy's Paramedic program is CAAHEP-accredited and has achieved a 100% pass rate across our first two completed cohorts. Our next cohort begins April 1, 2027 — with only 14 spots available.
100%
Paramedic Pass Rate
14
Spots in Cohort 4
CAAHEP
Accredited Program
Program Goal
To prepare competent entry-level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.
Program Overview
Our Paramedic cohort is an intensive, approximately 12-month program covering advanced life support, pharmacology, 12-lead ECG interpretation, advanced airway management, medical and trauma emergencies, and hospital clinical rotations. Graduates are prepared to sit for the National Registry Paramedic exam.Wilson County ESD #3 Training Academy's in-person Paramedic program will prepare you for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians’ Paramedic exam and an exciting career as a Paramedic! The Paramedic program consists of four components – in-person coursework, hands-on Skills Labs, clinical/field experiences, and a Capstone field internship. Each stage of our program is crucial in making sure you have the confidence and training necessary to help patients and gain the certification you require to obtain a license.
Program Highlights
- CAAHEP-accredited program
- 100% National Registry pass rate (Cohorts 1 & 2)
- Advanced cardiac monitoring & 12-lead ECG
- Advanced airway & pharmacology
- Hospital clinical rotations
- Small cohort — personalized instruction
Cohort History
Cohort 1
2024
Completed100% pass rate
Cohort 2
2025
Completed100% pass rate
Cohort 3
June 2026 – May 2027
In ProgressCohort 4
April 1, 2027 – March 2028
Enrolling Now14 spots available
Prerequisites
Must hold a current Texas EMT certification and be in good standing with DSHS. A a minimum of 6 months field experience is preferred, but not required. Current AHA BLS CPR certification required. Background check and drug screen required. Must provide immunization records, valid ID, and be a Texas resident.
Next Cohort
Cohort 4 begins April 1, 2027. Applications are now being accepted. Only 14 spots available — apply early.
La Vernia Classroom (Station 31)
11984 US Hwy 87 W, La Vernia, TX 78121
Adkins Classroom (Station 32)
1225 FM 3432, Adkins, TX 78101
Skills Lab
11984 US Hwy 87 W, La Vernia, TX 78121
Cost
$9000.00 per student. A $900.00 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a seat once registration is completed. The remaining balance is due the first day of class unless. If the student requires a payment plan, they must request this in their registration. After the deposit is paid, a payment agreement is signed that the student is required to pay over the course of 12 months.
Accreditation
The Wilson County ESD #3 Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org), upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs: 727-210-2350
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP): 214-703-8445
Only 14 Spots for Cohort 4
Cohort 4 begins April 1, 2027. Contact us for any questions!
Apply for Cohort 4