FAIRHOPE, Ala. - The University of South Alabama Baldwin County will be offering more emergency medical courses in the spring 2015 semester.

The Department of EMS Education offers the Bachelor's of Science degree in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for students interested in a career in pre-hospital medicine and EMS management. As the field of EMS continues to grow and change, leaders and educators with a background in emergency medicine are needed to help shape the future of pre-hospital medicine and healthcare. This program is designed to prepare students for the clinical and administrative challenges of a career in Emergency Medical Services and healthcare in the 21st century.

“This is such a good fit for Baldwin County," USA Baldwin County Director Dr. Cindy Wilson said. "USA students can obtain a bachelor’s degree with relevant courses for this area and Faulkner students who obtain their associate degree in emergency medical services can continue their studies at USA Baldwin County.”

The University of South Alabama is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The Department of EMS Education's Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoEMSP).

To obtain more information about the Bachelor of EMS program or other degree programs at USA Baldwin County, visit our website at www.myusabc.com or contact the campus at 251-928-8133.