Basic Law Enforcement Auxiliary Academy prepares students as entry level Auxiliary officers in the State of Florida. This program is sometimes referred to as Reserve Law Enforcement Officers. 

Coursework will include introduction to law enforcement, legal concepts, patrol and professional communications, interactions in a diverse community, calls for service and arrest procedures, traffic stops and crash investigation, crime scene to courtroom procedures as well as training and proficiency demonstration in dart firing stun gun, firearms, defensive tactics, vehicle operations and first aid.

• Duration: 364 Hours or 10 weeks.
• Program offered at Lake Worth campus. 
• Pass all modules with a minimum 80%.
• Meet the 100% attendance requirement established by FDLE.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The following minimum requirements for entry into the Basic Recruit Training Academies for Law Enforcement and Corrections at Palm Beach State College have been established through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and the Region XII Training Council.  These requirements apply to all individuals who are seeking to sponsor themselves in the academy. 

• Be able to complete the entire academy program within the scheduled time frame.
• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Be a high school graduate or its “equivalent” as the commission has defined the term by rule. Certified transcripts required.
• Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement.
• Not have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States'
• Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement is not eligible for entry into the academy, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.
• Any person who has pled nolo contendere to a misdemeanor involving a false statement, prior to December 1, 1985, and has had such record sealed or expunged shall not be deemed ineligible for acceptance into the academy.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license. Candidates with valid out of state licenses must obtain a Florida driver’s license before the start of the academy.
• Must possess an acceptable driving record, (Law Enforcement only) defined as:
  • Less than three moving traffic violations within the last two years
  • Free from driver’s license suspensions for the past three (3) years.
  • Free from any convictions for criminal traffic offenses (DUI, Reckless driving) within the past five (5) years.
•  Drug use history: Have not used or possessed marijuana in the one (1) year prior to     applying to the academy. 2. Have not used or possessed any other illegal drugs in the three (3) years    prior to applying to the academy. 3. Have not misused prescription drugs in the three (3) years prior to applying to the academy. 4. Have not sold, transported, delivered or trafficked in any illegal drugs and/or  fraudulently obtained any prescription drugs.
•  Tattoos – tattoos include any tattoo, scar, branding, mark or other permanent body art or modification deliberately placed on the body for purposes of decoration, ornamentation or adornment. Any of the following will be cause for denial for entry into the academy:
  • 1. Tattoo(s) on the fingers, hands, neck (visible when wearing a collared shirt),  face or head.
  • 2. Tattoo(s) commonly associated with gangs, organizations or groups which   advocate hate, intolerance or discrimination
  • 3. Tattoo(s) which depict, describe or otherwise refer to sexual conduct, acts, organs or preferences.
  • 4. Tattoo(s) which depict, describe, or refer to intolerance of, or discrimination  against any race, religion, gender or national origin.
•  Achieve a passing score on the Basic Abilities Test (B.A.T.)
• Complete and pass the Physical Abilities Test.
• Be in good physical shape as determined by a licensed physician.
• Be drug free as determined by a 7-panel drug test.

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CJ BAT (Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test)

• Administered at Lake Worth campus Testing Center.
• Call 561-868-3012 for testing hours and information. 

 PAT (Physical Abilities Test)

• Administered at the Lake Worth campus every other Thursday morning at 6:30 AM. (Not-withstanding holidays or weather conditions)I would like to add a link to a calendar here that does not presently exist. 
• PAT Registration Click Below:
  • Register for the PAT exam
  • Physicians Clearance to Test Form 

The Criminal Justice Academy is a limited access program governed by Palm Beach State, Region XII Justice Training Council and the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.

The Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training prepares students as entry-level law enforcement officers in the State of Florida.

Practical skills and simulated activities complement the classroom instruction. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the Florida Department of Law Enforcement State Certification Examination.

This minimum standards class is regulated by Florida statutes and is a highly structured and disciplined program with special rules, policies and procedures.

• Limited Access Program
• Program at Lake Worth location
• Total program hours: 770
• Duration: 6 months full time, 9 months part time

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All candidates entering the program must have proof of a standard high school diploma or U.S. GED and are required to complete the Selection Center Testing through Palm Beach State or enter under the auspices of a Palm Beach County law enforcement agency.

Additionally, they must complete a Palm Beach State application, achieve passing scores on the Basic Ability Test (BAT), and successfully pass a fitness ability test, a medical examination, a complete drug screen, and a criminal background investigation that includes a military, employment and education check. All candidates will be required to successfully pass a psychological exam and a polygraph exam. 

Successful candidates will be accepted into the academy program. For information on testing or academy beginning dates, call (561) 868-3398

Meeting with Rules and Regulations
Students registering in the Law Enforcement, Corrections or Crossover Academy must meet and abide by the rules and regulations of the Palm Beach State Criminal Justice Institute. These rules are provided in the Academy Rules and Regulations. Further, students are also subject to the rules and regulations of the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission(CJSTC) and Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).

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Modular Examination Failure
Failure of any modular examination in academy training will entitle the student recruit to one re-test (not the same test), which must be taken before the academy ends. Failure of the re-test will result in the student repeating the module. 

Statewide Examination and Failure
At the completion of academic training, the applicant must file with CJSTC to take the statewide certification examination. There is a $100.00 fee for filing. The test will be developed and administered by CJSTC. A total of three attempts will be permitted. Failure of the third test attempt will necessitate repeating the complete academy training program.

The Corrections Basic Recruit Training prepares students as entry level corrections officers in the State of Florida. Practical skills and simulated activities compliment the classroom instruction.

The Criminal Justice Academy offers this course meeting all requirements established by Palm Beach State College, the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and the Region XII Training Council. 

Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the Florida Department of Law Enforcement State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE). This minimum standards class is regulated by Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code and is a highly structured and disciplined program with special rules, policies and procedures.

• Limited Access Program
• Total program hours: 420 
• Approximate program length: 3 months if taken full time
• Lake Worth Campus

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All candidates entering the program must have proof of a standard high school diploma or U.S. GED and are required to complete the Selection Center Testing through Palm Beach State or enter under the auspices of a Palm Beach County law enforcement or correctional agency.

Additionally, they must complete a College application, achieve passing scores on the Basic Ability Test (BAT), a medical examination, a complete drug screen, and a criminal background investigation that includes a military, credit, employment and education check. All candidates will be required to successfully pass a psychological exam and a polygraph exam.

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Modular Examination Failure:
Students are entitled to one re-test should they fail any of the examinations or proficiency tests which must be taken before the completion of the academy. Failure of the re-test will result in the student repeating that module. 

State Officer Certification Examination: 
At the completion of the academy, the applicant must file with the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) to take the officer certification examination. A student has three attempts to pass this examination and if the examination is not passed after three attempts, the student must take the entire academy program over.

AT A GLANCE

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

EMT: This program is offered for the student who wishes to complete the core curriculum and be eligible for certification by the State of Florida to practice as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B). Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers trained to the EMT-B level provide basic life support for both medical and trauma-related emergencies. The course content for EMT-B includes lecture, skills lab, and hospital/fire rescue rotations as outlined in the core requirements of the Emergency Medical Services A.S. degree program.

Furthermore, the EMT-B Program is a prerequisite for Fire Academy AND the Paramedic Program.

Students MUST have Internet access.

FIRE: The Basic Firefighter Program is a physically demanding course that prepares students for the safe, dependable and prompt performance of duties in the fire station as well as in the community. It includes orientation to the fire service, instruction in fire alarms, vehicles, and apparatus and equipment. Those students who successfully complete the course may participate in the State of Florida certification examination. Certification is required in the State of Florida for employment as a Firefighter.

Limited Access Application

The Limited Access application for the upcoming Spring 2021 cycle will be available in the near future.

Interested students should in the interim do the following:

• Complete the Palm Beach State College application
• Attend Information Session  |  View upcoming Info Sessions
• Visit with an Academic Advisor to have any questions answered

FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid is currently available for this program.

Please speak to your financial aid advisor to discuss financial aid options and scholarships.

Apply early at www.palmbeachstate.edu/Financialaid.

A FAFSA form is required, which is found at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

In addition, a limited number of scholarships are also offered through the Palm Beach State College

Foundation at www.palmbeachstate.edu/Foundation.

EMS Policies

PROGRAM INFO

PROGRAM LENGTH

EMT: Approximately 16 weeks, 300 hours, a full college semester/term - 12 college credits.

FIRE: Day Academy: 6 weeks Firefighter I, 6 weeks Firefighter II. Total weeks = 12

PROGRAM LOCATIONS

All EMT and Fire Academy classes, labs and drills will be held at the

Public Safety Complex on the Lake Worth campus located 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, Florida 33461.

EMT Clinical sites will be designated per the Clinical Coordinator and are subject to change throughout the program.

PROGRAM COST

EMT: Tuition and Fees* (FL resident) total $1,173.00 (costs are approximate and subject to change).

FIRE: Firefighter I $750.18 Firefighter II $769.76. Total tuition and fees for both programs:$1,821.94

*Include parking decal, Medical Accident Insurance and Liability Insurance assessed. They do not include textbooks, uniforms, and pre-screening costs (drug/alcohol screening, medical exam and criminal background).

EMT DOCUMENTS

• EMT Clinical Orientation Packet
• EMT - HIV AIDS

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

National Registry EMT Basic Exam passing score, Florida Board of Licensure Exam passing score.

Fire Academy Night Limited Access Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 3, 2020
SUMMER ENTRY PROGRAM START DATE :  JUNE 2020

Program Email: FireAcademy@palmbeachstate.edu
Phone: (561) 868-3900

Application checklists

• Palm Beach State College ID & Email Required
• Not a student, Apply NOW!
• Visit with an Academic Advisor to have any questions answered
• Documents you will need electronic copies to upload with your ONLINE application. 
  • Veterans? Copy of DD214
  • Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) exam
  • Copy of your Driver's License
  • Post Secondary Education? College(s), Date(s), Location(s)
  • Fire Rescue Affiliation? Proof of Affiliation letter
  • NFSI Test Taken in last 2 years? Date taken and score report

• Apply now with our ONLINE Limited Access application
  Questions or issues email LimitedAccessApps@palmbeachstate.edu

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For students seeking state certification as a firefighter, classes are offered on both daytime and nighttime schedules in the Fall and Spring terms of each academic year. The program follows the curriculum established by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training of the Florida State Fire College in Ocala.

The PSAV firefighter program is a two-part (2) course.

Part I (Firefighter I)

Covers orientation; safety; fire behavior; building construction; protective clothing; SCBA; portable extinguishers; ropes and knots; building search and victim removal; forcible entry tools; construction and techniques; ground ladders; ventilation; water supply; coupling; loading and rolling hose; laying, carrying and advancing hose; water fire streams; Class A, C, D; vehicle and wild land fire control; sprinkler system fundamentals; salvage, overhaul and protecting evidence of fire cause; fire department communications; equipment and techniques; fire prevention and public fire education.

The course also includes Awareness-Level Hazardous Materials Training. Upon completion of the course and a written state certification examination, the student will receive a Certificate of Competency from the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training as a Firefighter I.

Part II (Firefighter II)

Prepares the student to meet the requirements to become a state certified firefighter. Subjects include implementing the incident management system; construction materials and building collapse; rescue and extrication tools; vehicle extrication and special rescue; hydrant flow and operability hose; tools and appliances; foam fire systems; ignitable liquid and gas fire control; fire detection; alarm and suppression systems; fire cause and origin; radio communications and incident reports pre-incident survey and wildlife firefighting - 5130 & 5190.

Those students who successfully complete the program may participate in the state exam for certification as a Firefighter II.

This exam encompasses both written and practical skills tests. Certification is required in the state of Florida for firefighters.

• 398 hours or approximately 12 weeks (3 months) for the day program and six months for the night program.
• Lake Worth campus

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED;
• Complete an Application for Admission.

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.

Students must pass with the following minimum Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) scores: Reading: 10; English: 10; Mathematics: 10 or qualify for TABE exemption (www.palmbeachstate.edu/academicservices/curriculum-and-programs).

The Criminal Justice Institute (CJI) offers this course meeting all requirements established by Palm Beach State College, the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission and the Region XII Training Council.

The Law Enforcement Officer Cross-Over to Correctional Officer prepares currently certified Law Enforcement Officers to become certified Correctional Officers in the State of Florida. Practical skills and simulated activities complement the classroom instruction. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the Florida Department of Law Enforcement State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE). This minimum standards class is regulated by Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code and is a highly structured and disciplined program with special rules, policies and procedures.

• Total Program Hours is 198
• Lake Worth campus

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Be an active certified officer in the discipline the officer is moving from; or
• Have successfully completed a Commission-approved Basic Recruit Training program and passed the State Officer Certification Examination within four years, for the discipline the officer is moving from.
• Provide a letter of good standing from their agency.

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Modular Examination Failure:
Student are entitled to one re-test should they fail any of the examinations or proficiency tests which must be taken before the completion of the academy. Failure of the re-test will result in the student repeating that module. 

State Officer Certification Examination:
At the completion of the academy, the applicant must file with the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) to take the officer certification examination. A student has three attempts to pass this examination and if the examination is not passed after three attempts the student must take the entire academy program over

Course content includes standard telecommunication operating procedures for police, fire and emergency medical services. This course is the certification course for all Public Safety Telecommunicators.

The Palm Beach State College 9-1-1 Public Safety Telecommunicator Academy meets or exceeds the State of Florida Department of Health requirements for certifying students, and preparing them to succeed at the State Exam. Our faculty members serve on numerous State and National boards and committees, ensuring the information we teach is the most current and relevant to today's issues in the emergency 9-1-1 profession.

As a student in this 9-1-1 Public Safety Telecommunicator Academy, you will be exposed to many facets of emergency public safety services. Many of the classes include the same information that is taught to Police, Fire, and Rescue recruits.

What you will Learn

• 10 codes and signals
• Operational skills
• Suicide awareness and prevention
• Telecommunications best practices for responding to missing and exploited children
• Active shooter
• Sit-ins at real 9-1-1 dispatch centers
• K9/SWAT Demonstrations
• Hazardous material (HAZ-MAT) demonstrations
• Critical incident stress management
• Hostage negotiations
• How to interview well for a job in 9-1-1
• Radios & telematics
• Trauma hawk and trauma center tour
• Test preparation to pass the state exam

• 232 hours of required course material
• Program offered at Lake Worth campus.

 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED;
• Complete an Application for Admission

HISTORY

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Student must pass the mid-term and final exam with a 70% or better and must have a final average of 70% to pass the course.

AT A GLANCE

This college credit certificate program will prepare the student to operate behind the yellow crime scene tape. Crime scene technologists locate, collect, and identify physical evidence used to solve crimes. The student will learn how to properly collect and preserve physical evidence, how to photograph crime scenes and how to reconstruct crime scenes and vehicle accidents.
Course content includes crime scene photography, fingerprint classification, crime scene safety and biological evidence.

PROGRAM INFO

• Total program credits: 28
• Lake Worth campus

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED
• Complete an Application for Admission

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.

This college credit certificate program is offered for the student who wishes to complete the core curriculum and be eligible for certification by the State of Florida to practice as an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B).

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers trained to the EMT-B level provide basic life support for both medical and trauma-related emergencies. The majority of the EMS care delivered, on both a local and national level, falls within the scope of practice for the EMT-B provider.

The course content for EMT-B includes lecture, skills lab, and hospital/fire rescue rotations as outlined in the core requirements of the Emergency Medical Services
A.S. degree program. Furthermore, the EMT-B Program is a prerequisite for the Paramedic Program.

Furthermore, the EMT-B Program is a prerequisite for Fire Academy AND the Paramedic Program.

Students MUST have Internet access.

Classroom study and clinical work equip the student with the skills in patient assessment, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), oxygen therapy, shock prevention, bandaging, splinting, spinal immobilization and vehicle extrication that are necessary for a career in out-of-hospital emergency medicine.

Information Session - Online/Video

You are required to complete a short quiz at the end of the Information Session, the quiz link is below:

1. EMT Info Session Quiz (testmoz.com/2456089)
2. The passcode for the quiz is pbscems (lowercase)
3. The pass rate for the quiz is included in the Information session

Limited Access Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 1, 2020
FALL ENTRY PROGRAM START DATE:  AUGUST 2020

Program Email: robinscm@palmbeachstate.edu
Phone: (561) 868-3840

Application checklists

• Palm Beach State College ID & Email Required
• Not a student, Apply NOW!
• Visit with an Academic Advisor to have any questions answered
• Documents you will need electronic copies to upload with your ONLINE application. 
  • Veterans? Copy of DD214
  • Copy of your Driver's License
  • NFSI Test Taken in last 2 years? Date taken and score report

• General rules for NFSI testing

• Apply now with our ONLINE Limited Access application
  Questions or issues email LimitedAccessApps@palmbeachstate.edu

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• Upload missing documents
• Communicate with your reviewers
  

Palm Beach State College Application Facts

This program is approved by the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (Ch 401, FS, Ch. 64J-1, FAC) and follows the most current U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum

PROGRAM LENGTH
Approximately 16 weeks, 300 hours, a full college semester/term - 12 college credits.

PROGRAM LOCATIONS
Classes and labs will be held at the
Public Safety Complex 
Lake Worth campus located 4200 Congress Avenue,
Lake Worth, Florida 33461.

Clinical sites will be designated per the Clinical Coordinator and are subject to change throughout the program.

PROGRAM COST
Tuition and Fees (FL resident) total $2200 (costs are approximate and subject to change). Total $2200 approximate cost includes parking decal, Medical Accident Insurance and Liability Insurance assessed, textbooks, uniforms, and pre-screening costs (drug/alcohol screening, medical exam and criminal background check.

FINANCIAL AID
Financial Aid is currently not available for this program, however, you may speak to your financial aid advisor to discuss other financial aid options and scholarships.

Apply early at www.palmbeachstate.edu/Financialaid. A FAFSA application is required, which is found at www.fafsa.ed.gov. In addition, a limited number of scholarships are also offered through the Palm Beach State College Foundation at www.palmbeachstate.edu/Foundation.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age on or before the start of the program
• Complete an Application for Admission
• Complete a limited access EMT program application 

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.

This program academically prepares the firefighter to assume the responsibility as a first line fire officer, and to challenge the state certification exam.

This program is geared for the sitting and prospective company officer. It trains the firefighter to lead in-service company fire safety inspections, use proper strategies and tactics to fight fire, be an effective incident commander, and serve as a trainer, mentor and middle manager.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED
• Complete an Application for Admission
• Must be a working or volunteer firefighters.

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.

Limited Access Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 1, 2020
FALL ENTRY PROGRAM START DATE:  AUGUST 2020

Program Email: robinscm@palmbeachstate.edu
Phone: (561) 868-3840

Application checklists

• Palm Beach State College ID & Email Required
• Not a student, Apply NOW!
• Visit with an Academic Advisor to have any questions answered
• Documents you will need electronic copies to upload with your ONLINE application. 
  • Veterans? Copy of DD214
  • Copy of your Driver's License
  • Licensed EMT?/Florida Department of health licenses 
  • NFSI Test Taken in last 2 years? Date taken and score report

• Apply now with our ONLINE Limited Access application
  Questions or issues email LimitedAccessApps@palmbeachstate.edu

 How to Guide(s)

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• Resume working on a saved application
• Upload missing documents
• Communicate with your reviewers
  

This college credit certificate program is offered for the student who wishes to complete the core curriculum and be eligible for NREMT certification or certification by the State of Florida to practice as a paramedic.

Paramedics are trained to provide advanced life support in medical and trauma related emergencies. The course content includes lecture, skills lab and hospital/fire rescue rotations as outlined in the core requirements of the Emergency Medical Services A.S. degree program.

This intensive three-semester program beings the fall semester of every calendar year. The program consists of class lecture days and additional clinical days adhering to a firefighter shift schedule. Clinical Shifts involve time in area hospitals, variety of ancillary medical facilities, as well as responding in local fire station rescue vehicles to emergency calls.

Program Accreditation

The Paramedic Program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation by the Committee on Accreditation for EMS Programs (CoAEMSP)

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Ph: (817) 330-0080, and approved by the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (Ch 401, FS, Ch. 64J-1, FAC). The training program follows the most current U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum [FS 401.2701(1)(a) 5a].

PROGRAM LENGTH
Approximately 3 semesters Fall, Spring & Summer: 42 credits

GPA REQUIREMENT

Grades in all classes have to be 80% and above to be considered passing.

INFORMATION SESSIONS

Attend one of our information sessions to learn more about our programs.

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PROGRAM LOCATIONS
Classes and labs will be held at the
Public Safety Complex 
Lake Worth campus located 4200 Congress Avenue,
Lake Worth, Florida 33461.

Clinical sites will be designated per the Clinical Coordinator and are subject to change throughout the program.

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FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid is currently available for this program.

Please speak to your financial aid advisor to discuss financial aid options and scholarships.

Apply early at www.palmbeachstate.edu/Financialaid.

A FAFSA form is required, which is found at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

No scholarships are available at this time.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Have a standard high school diploma or GED
• Complete an Application for Admission
• Be a certified Florida EMT or eligible for the Florida EMT exam to apply and must score a 75 on the NFSI. 
• Complete a limited access Paramedic program application
• Clear criminal history background, drug, and alcohol screening and acceptable medical exam, completed at student’s expense, prior to starting the program. Details discussed at mandatory orientation
• “Take and pass the NFSI test with a 75 or greater. Tests available BY APPOINTMENT ONLY by contacting the testing center
• Be a certified Florida EMT or eligible for the Florida EMT exam to apply
• General rules for NFSI testing

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COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS & TESTING

Courses must be completed with a score of 80% or better. Students must meet program standards to successfully complete BLS, ACLS, PHTLS, and PALS.