B.S. in Public Administration – EMS

Further your career with Point Park University’s EMS Administration Degree
Discover how an online EMS degree can help you succeed
The Emergency Medical Service Administration concentration in public health at Point Park University will teach you the latest techniques that EMS administrators are using to successfully manage emergency medical teams. We offer EMS professionals the advanced education they need to move into leadership roles. The flexible online Bachelor of Science in Public Administration — EMS Administration degree can help you successfully reach the next phase in your career.
Fully Online Emergency Medical Services Curriculum Overview
This fully online public administration degree program offers the skills and knowledge community leaders are looking for in EMS professionals, including risk reduction, new regulations, and performance management. Further certification is available through our partnership with the National Fire Academy.
At Point Park, we know experience is the best instructor; that’s why our online public administration degree courses are developed by seasoned EMS professionals. You’ll learn the latest strategies and techniques used across the country, so you are ready for the emergency medical service needs of the future. Our online public administration degree program is flexible enough for working EMS professionals, and our supportive environment is designed to help you go further.
Transform your experience into college credit towards your Online EMS Degree
Point Park University works to make sure your degree is affordable, designed to help those with experience level up their EMS career. We offer robust Prior Learning Assessment and Advanced Standing/Experiential Learning Credit opportunities. Students can transfer credits from qualifying experiences including other college institutions, College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST exams) or UEXCEL exams, Advanced Placement (AP) credit and experiential learning assessment portfolio submissions.
Please note that experiential learning credits are not considered current coursework for financial aid, and they do not fulfill any of the minimum 30 credits that must be completed at Point Park University to graduate. In addition, experiential learning credits through portfolio submissions are capped at 18 credits.
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Est. Program Length: | 2 - 4 Years |
Credit Hours: | 120 |
Course Length: | 8 Weeks |
Cost Per Credit: | $495 |
Transfer Credits Accepted: | Up to 90 |
Tell me more about Point Park University’s Online Bachelor’s in Public Administration EMS Concentration
First Response
Point Park Online invites you to enjoy this humble interview with Public Administration Program Director and Associate Professor Robert Skertich, Ph.D.
EMS Bachelor’s Degree Career Outcomes
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median wage for leaders such as EMS Directors was $76,250 annually as of 2020. Advanced education can help you move beyond entry-level roles and into a variety of careers, including: