Paramedic Program Cost Estimate
Tuition Fees
| Item | Per Semester | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
|
Semester 1 – PM V01 Semester 2 – PM V02 Currently $46 / unit (CA resident rate) |
18.5 units 18.5 units 37 units |
$851 $851 $1,702 |
|
Student Health fee |
$26 / semester x2 |
$52 |
|
Student Center Fee |
$1 / unit. Not to exceed $10 max per academic year |
$10 |
|
Student Representation Fee (optional) |
$2 / semester x2 |
$4 |
|
Student Activities Fee (optional) |
$7 / semester x2 |
$14 |
|
Parking Permit (optional) |
$64 / semester x2 |
$128 |
|
Total Enrollment Fees |
$1,910 |
|
Additional Costs
| Item | Approximate Costs |
|---|---|
|
Uniforms |
Approx. $425 |
|
Textbooks |
Approx. $400 |
|
Platinum Education Planner |
Approx. $189 |
|
American Heart Association Books and Card Fee |
Approx. $150 |
|
Criminal Background and Drug Clearance |
$125 |
|
Health Screening (dependent upon each student’s health insurance) |
Approx. $200 |
|
CastleBranch (Immunization Tracker) |
$32.00 |
|
Certification and Testing Fees* National Registry - written exam National Registry - skills exam *The current Paramedic written and skills examinations end on June 30, 2024. The new Paramedic Certification Examination starts on July 1, 2024, with a new fee of $175.00. One examination - no skills examination required. |
Approx. $160 Approx. $350 |
|
CA State Licensure Costs / CA EMS Authority Initial In-State Paramedic License Application Live Scan for Paramedic License |
$275 $10 - $45 |
|
Total Additional Costs |
$2,351 |
Total Approximate Program Costs |
$4,261 |
Every effort has been made to provide you with the current fees/costs but please be advised that these may change at any given time.
Financial Aid is available to qualifying students.
The health screening (physical examination, lab tests, and immunizations) may be completed by a preferred health care provider. The Ventura College Student Health Center may be able to offer services at a reduced cost.