BSCTC Approved to Offer Paramedic Training Program

Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) is proud to announce that it has been approved to offer a Paramedic Training Program beginning in August 2024. Building upon its existing Emergency Medical Services curriculum, BSCTC will now provide hybrid paramedic classes, with sessions conducted one day a week.

Chris Gilley, BSCTC EMS Program Coordinator/Instructor, expressed his excitement about the addition of the Paramedic Training Program, emphasizing its potential to enhance support within the community during critical situations. "We are thrilled to expand our offerings to include paramedic training, further strengthening the vital services we provide to our community," said Gilley.

Dr. Denise King, Chief Academic Officer and Provost of BSCTC, shared her enthusiasm for the program's approval, stating, "This has been a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to offer affordable and relevant training programs that meet the needs of our communities."

Mandatory information sessions for admission to the Paramedic Training Program will be announced soon. Interested individuals are encouraged to stay tuned for further details.

For more information email Chris Gilley at cgilley0001@kctcs.edu.