First and Emergency Aid Program

Program Overview
Individuals aspiring to become First and Emergency Aid Technicians (paramedics) should have a strong interest in human health, be physically fit and resilient, and possess key attributes such as:

Quick decision-making skill
Attention to detail and composure under pressure
A strong sense of responsibility
Effective communication skills

Program Objectives
The program aims to train qualified paramedics who are equipped to:

Assess and respond to health emergencies effectively
Provide life-saving treatment and prevent permanent disabilities
Apply appropriate emergency care techniques
Ensure the safe transport of patients or injured individuals to hospitals via equipped ambulances
Work efficiently as part of a medical response team

The two-year, application-oriented program provides both theoretical knowledge and practical training through laboratory-based courses.
Students develop technical and practical competencies essential for the pre-hospital emergency healthcare field. The curriculum is designed to bridge theory with real-world practice, preparing students for the demands of the profession.

Students gain hands-on experience through:

Applied courses that simulate real emergency scenarios
Internship programs providing exposure to emergency healthcare environments
A mandatory 20-day summer internship, allowing students to practice their skills in real healthcare settings

Graduates of the First and Emergency Aid Program can work in various emergency healthcare services, including:

112 Emergency Centers and Stations
Hospitals and healthcare institutions providing emergency services
Ambulance services
National Medical Rescue Teams (UMKE)

Graduates who pass the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS) can continue their education in the following undergraduate programs:

Nursing
Emergency Aid and Disaster Management
Health Management