If you are ready to start or advance your EMS career, apply to one of Creighton’s innovative EMS degree programs or register for an EMS course. By choosing Creighton, you’re choosing a university with stellar outcomes and an exceptional reputation. In fact, Creighton has been educating medical professionals for more than 100 years.
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To apply to a program or register for a course, choose from the options listed below.
Associate of Science in Emergency Medical Services
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)
Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Services
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)
Master of Science in Emergency Medical Services
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
EMS Certificates
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.
American heart association certification courses
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
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.