Fire Medic

Why Fire Medic?

Firefighter/paramedics are often the first to respond when emergencies happen. In this program, you will develop the skills to provide advanced patient care, respond to fires, and protect lives and property. Through hands-on training, you'll learn to think quickly, communicate effectively, and make confident decisions in high-pressure situations.

At Mid-State, you will combine fire service and paramedic training while gaining real-world experience with modern equipment and field-based learning. You'll train alongside experienced instructors and build the technical, medical, and teamwork skills needed for careers in today's emergency services.

Prepare for firefighter and paramedic careers in one comprehensive program.
Gain real-world experience through field training with regional fire and EMS agencies.
Train with modern fire service and emergency medical equipment.
Learn from experienced instructors with current fire and EMS industry experience.
Build advanced patient care and emergency response skills through hands-on training.
Serve your community in a high-demand career dedicated to protecting lives and property.

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Program Facts

Total Credits

65 Credits

Degree Type

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Program Length

Two Years

Delivery Method

In Person, Hybrid

Location

Wisconsin Rapids

Start Dates

Fall, Spring

Estimated Program Cost

12803.00

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Financial Aid Eligibility

Fully Eligible

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Program Outcomes

Graduates leave ready to succeed in their careers. Each year, data from Mid-State's Graduate Survey and statewide reports show consistently high satisfaction and strong starting salaries. Here's a snapshot of what success looks like after graduation.

Career Opportunities

Firefighter

Firefighter/EMT

Firefighter/Paramedic

$51k Median Annual Salary

Recent program grads in Wisconsin earned a starting salary of $51,011. Source: Lightcast Data Set

252

Average Monthly Hires

252 of recent Wisconsin program grads landed jobs within six months of graduation. Source: Lightcast Data Set

Program Details

Take a closer look at what the program offers and what to expect.

Program Courses

Following is the list of courses within the program. Your course plan may vary, and you'll get a recommended sequence once you're enrolled.

Full-Time Curriculum (67 Total Credits)

Term 1: (15 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
10801136	English Composition I	3
10806177	General Anatomy & Physiology	4
30503101	Basic Firefighting and Hazmat Ops	4
10809198	Introduction to Psychology	3
10890102	GPS for Student Success	1

Term 2: (13 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
10801198 or 10801196 or 10801197	Speech or Oral/Interpersonal Communication or Technical Reporting	3
10804107	College Mathematics	3
10809122 or 10809172 or 10809196	Introduction to American Government or Introduction to Diversity Studies or Introduction to Sociology	3
30503102	Advanced Firefighting	2
30503103	Firefighter Safety and Survival	2

Term 3: (19 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
10531911	EMS Fundamental	2
10531912	Paramedic Medical Principles	4
10531913	Adv. Patient Asses Principles	3
10531914	Prehospital Pharmacology	3
10531915	Paramedic Respiratory Management	2
10531955	Paramedic Cardiology 1	2
10531918	Adv. Emergency Resuscitation	1
10531959	Paramedic Clinical	2

Term 4: (19 Credits)

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
10531956	Paramedic Cardiology 2	2
10531919	Paramedic Medical Emergencies	4
10531920	Paramedic Trauma	3
10531921	Special Patient Populations	3
10531922	EMS Operations	1
10531923	Paramedic Capstone	1
10531957	Paramedic Field Experience	3
10531958	Paramedic Field Leadership	1
10531960	Paramedic Clinical/Field Prep	1

Program Outcomes

Employers will expect graduates of this program to be able to:

Prepare for incident response and EMS operations.
Integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to provide appropriate patient care.
Demonstrate paramedic skills associated with established standards and procedures for a variety of patient encounters.
Communicate effectively with others.
Demonstrate professional behavior.
Meet state and national competencies listed for paramedic credentialing.
Meet professional fire credentialing standards.

Employability Skills

Alongside your career training, you'll develop key workplace strengths. Explore the additional skills you'll build.

Employability Skills (PDF)

Technical Standards

To succeed in this program, you'll need to meet certain technical standards. These are the key skills and abilities needed for the program and future career success—with or without reasonable accommodations. Be sure to review them carefully before you apply.

Technical Standards (PDF)

Licensure Info

This program prepares you for licensure to work in Wisconsin. If you plan to work in another state, be sure to check that state's licensure requirements—Mid-State's program may not meet them all. If you've applied to the program and have any questions about this information, talk to your advisor.

Licensure Information (PDF)

Additional Resources

Explore the resources and next steps below. Your academic advisor will help you know what to complete and when.

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Prior Learning

Certificate

Technical Degree

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Get credit for what you already know. You may be able to earn college credit for prior learning through skills you’ve gained through high school classes, previous college work, self-study, military training, jobs, or volunteer experience.

Credit for Prior Learning
High School Dual Credit
Mid-State Fast-Track – Open to high school students (age requirements apply)

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