WCU Emergency Medical Care Program

WCU Emergency Medical Care Program Join a legacy of EMS leaders at WCU. The Emergency Medical Care Program offers a hands-on, career-focused baccalaureate degree for pre-hospital providers.

Residential and distance options available. Proud past, bold future. The first Baccalaureate Paramedic program in the nation, WCU's EMC Program is one of only a handful of institutions in the nation offering the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Emergency Medical Care. Our exceptional Program and faculty members are available to you here on the Cullowhee campus and at your own

location through our online EMC Program. As a WCU EMC student, during completion of your paramedic studies you will concentrate in one of two areas: Health Management or Science. Health Management Concentration: prepares graduates for leadership roles in healthcare, EMS administration positions, and graduate school. Science: prepares graduates for medical school, physician assistant programs, dental school, physical therapy programs, and graduate school. WCU's EMC Program has a rich history of quality instruction in emergency medicine. Our graduates have pursued careers as paramedics, educators, physicians, physician assistants, researchers, and EMS administrators. Learn more about the EMC Program—browse either the online or Residential program options for admissions requirements, costs and financial aid information, FAQs, and contact information.

Today we pause in remembrance of those who gave their lives to protect this country and serve its people. Thank you for ...
05/25/2026

Today we pause in remembrance of those who gave their lives to protect this country and serve its people. Thank you for your service, honor, and sacrifice. We also remember those who were left behind holding only the memories of the loved and lost. Thank you and today and always we remember you!

Whee hope everyone had a great EMS week. This is a time to celebrate you and the amazing care you provide to people in t...
05/23/2026

Whee hope everyone had a great EMS week. This is a time to celebrate you and the amazing care you provide to people in their greatest time of need. Thank you for answering the call and continuing to be a beacon of hope for those who need it most!

Congratulations to the EMC students graduating today! Be proud of your accomplishments and take forth the knowledge you ...
05/09/2026

Congratulations to the EMC students graduating today! Be proud of your accomplishments and take forth the knowledge you gained to the field of medicine. Use it to make changes for good and to provide the best care of your ability to your future patients. We are proud of you and look forward to seeing and hearing all of the great things you will accomplish! Whee are going to miss you and go cats!

So proud of Dr. Wilson and how well she represented our program! Check out the interview and we are always looking for t...
02/06/2026

So proud of Dr. Wilson and how well she represented our program! Check out the interview and we are always looking for those who want to respond to the call to those in need. If you’re interested in becoming a paramedic check out our program at EMC.wcu.edu. We also offer a fully online program for those who are already credentialed paramedics and want to obtain a bachelors degree.

Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today and so many of his messages and teachings. Remember to always help and take...
01/19/2026

Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today and so many of his messages and teachings. Remember to always help and take care of one another regardless of any differences.

It’s back to school this week for our students and whee missed you! Have a great semester and we are looking forward to ...
01/13/2026

It’s back to school this week for our students and whee missed you! Have a great semester and we are looking forward to our seniors graduating this May. They will be joining the profession as the newest paramedics in a few short months!

Happy new year to all of our students and alumni! We wish you a great year and hope you celebrate our 50 year anniversar...
12/31/2025

Happy new year to all of our students and alumni! We wish you a great year and hope you celebrate our 50 year anniversary with us!

12/07/2025

It’s beginning to look a lot like finals this week! Send your good thoughts and encouragement to the students as they take their final exams this week. Feel free to leave study tips in the comments below for them to use!

Happy thanksgiving! Thinking about all of our students and alumni. Whether you’re at the table with family or working in...
11/27/2025

Happy thanksgiving! Thinking about all of our students and alumni. Whether you’re at the table with family or working in the field we are thankful for you!

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