Daytona State College ranked among best in state for paramedic and EMT pass rates

'We offer one of the most rigorous and thorough paramedic and EMT programs in the state and our first-time pass rates bear that out,' Daytona State College President Tom LoBasso said in a press releas


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A Volusia County ambulance. File photo
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Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians graduating from Daytona State College’s Charles M. Curb School of Emergency Services EMS programs earn some of the highest first-time pass rates on licensing exams in the state, according to the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. 

“We offer one of the most rigorous and thorough paramedic and EMT programs in the state and our first-time pass rates bear that out,” Daytona State College President Tom LoBasso said. “Our students graduate with all the skills necessary to quickly integrate into first responder positions anywhere in the state.”

DSC Paramedic program graduates recorded an 87% pass rate on their first attempt taking the state paramedic certification exam and reported a 98% overall pass rate, placing DSC at No. 3 out of 47 programs offered in Florida, according to a press release.

DSC Emergency Medical Technician program graduates recorded a 74% pass rate on their first attempt taking the state EMT certification exam, and reported an 84% overall pass rate, placing DSC at No. 14 out of 62 programs offered around the state.

 

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