How to Apply

Apply to the Associate of Science in Emergency Medical Services (ASEMS) program

You will need to provide:

• A completed application
• Official high school transcripts
• Official transcripts from all universities/colleges you previously attended
• Proof of certifications attained in other training programs (EMTs and paramedics only)

Apply to the Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Services program.

 You will need to provide:

• Completed application
• Official high school transcripts
• Official transcripts from all universities/colleges you previously attended
• Proof of certifications attained in other training programs (EMTs and paramedics only)

This BSEMS provides recognition of your paramedic education and experience with a pathway to degree completion for current Nationally certified paramedics.

Apply to the Online Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Services Degree Completion Pathway program.

 You will need to provide:

• Application for admission will be submitted to Creighton University, College of Professional Studies​
• ​Submission of official transcripts from all prior institutions attended, including high school and post-secondary institutions
• Copies of current NREMT paramedic certification and unencumbered state licenses/certifications
• Resume
• Personal statement that describes a) professional experience to date in EMS, b) motivation for pursuing a BSEMS degree and future goals, c) reason for selecting Creighton University
• ​Three recommendations addressing academic and personal attributes (instructor, employer, professional colleague)

To apply to the Online Master of Science in Emergency Medical Services (MSEMS) at Creighton, you must be a health care professional who is knowledgeable and passionate about EMS, with at least three years experience and have a related bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.2.

Application Deadlines

• Spring Semester: Dec. 15
• Fall Semester: Aug. 1

Additional Admissions Requirements

You must also provide:

• Completed application and $50 application fee
• Curriculum vitae, including relevant education and employment history, certifications and licensures, teaching and research experience, publications, presentations, awards, honors, affiliations, professional associations, experience and background in EMS and/or healthcare
• Personal statement of 500 words or less, explaining how successful completion of the program will assist you in achieving your professional goals
• Three letters of recommendation submitted by persons other than family members and preferably submitted by employers, undergraduate faculty and colleagues
• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended

If you’re a non-degree-seeking student looking to pursue one of Creighton’s many EMS certification programs, find your program below to learn about the admission requirements and register.

• EMT
• Paramedic
• Critical Care Paramedic
• Pre-Hospital Care (EMT) for Nurses
• Paramedic Certification for Health Care Providers
• EMS Instructor
• EMS Management
   

View all EMS certification programs admission requirements OR click here to register

Creighton EMS provides certification for the following American Heart Association Courses:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Initial
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Renewal
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Renewal
• HeartCode BLS & ACLS

Click to register and view upcoming dates for all AHA certification courses​

Creighton facilitates HeartCode BLS & ACLS Parts 2 and 3. To schedule a session, please call us at 402.280.1284.
You may purchase HeartCode BLS Part 1 & ACLS Part 1 from online vendors, including OnlineAHA.org.

International Students

Students from countries in which English is not the primary language must demonstrate proficiency in English language.

Please visit the admissions website for detailed information on how to apply.