School of Health Careers

Emergency Medical Services

Health Careers student in the exam room
Degree: 
  • Associate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services 
Certificate: 
  • Emergency Medical Services Certificate – Basic Program 
Program Outcomes:
  • 2022 Credential Success Rate: 83%
  • 2022 Job Placement: 100%
  • 2021 Credential Success Rate: 100%
  • 2021 Job Placement: 100%
Regional Median Salary*

$61,992

 *National Center for O*Net Development. Retrieved August 2024 from https://www.onetonline.org/.

Become part of a pre-hospital healthcare team treating patients in emergency situations! Our program works in cooperation with Lufkin and Nacogdoches hospitals, Nacogdoches County EMS, the City of Lufkin Fire Department/EMS and Allegiance EMS Livingston to provide hands-on emergency medical experience.

Upon completion, you’ll be eligible to take the examination for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic by the National Registry of EMTs and the Texas Department of State Health Services. There are three phases – Basic EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic. Take the first step towards a rewarding career and join us today!

Degree Pathway

Information Sessions

Admissions Criteria

Contact Us


3500 South First Street
Lufkin, TX 75901

Program Director: Janice Hartsfield
jhartsfield@angelina.edu
(936)633-5420

Admin Assistants:

Daphne Shepherd
(936) 671-7348

Terry Scott
(936) 633-5265

School of Health Careers Dean
Winifred Ferguson Adams
(936) 633-5266
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Why AC for EMS?

Commitment to Excellence

Experience exceptional instruction from our distinguished faculty, who bring extensive expertise to a program crafted to uphold the highest standards in EMS training.

Leading Edge Technology

Dive into hands-on, simulated real-world experiences in our cutting-edge EMS lab. This invaluable training will establish a strong foundation for your journey in the field.

Student Growth & Networking

Participate in dynamic simulation events, career fairs, and a variety of facilitated experiences. Broaden your horizons and forge connections with opportunities that will shape your future in emergency management.

Steps to Apply to the EMS Program

1

Apply to Angelina College

Apply ONLINE today and follow our admissions process for acceptance into the college. Please be aware that general acceptance into the college does not guarantee acceptance into the EMS program.

AC Admissions
2

Attend Information Session & Complete Required Criteria

Must meet all admissions criteria and attend an information session before admittance into the program.

See admissions criteria for the EMS program HERE.

See the information session schedule HERE.

3

Apply to Program

You may obtain the application during the information session or contact the department.

All students wishing to take any EMSP course MUST complete an application for the program and have the approval of the Program Director BEFORE registration.

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