The program is held in a classroom setting where students, educators and physicians connect via enhanced technology for education and training. Classes are held in Olean and Jamestown where each student has the convenience of taking the class locally and receive the same high quality level of education. Classes are usually held 2 nights a week for a duration of 3 hours. Some weekends may be required.
Class Locations
Southern Tier Health Care System
150 North Union Street
Olean, NY 14760
ALSTAR EMS Training Center
335 East Third Street
Jamestown NY 14701
Class Tuition
Class tuition is currently $4,400. Tuition is subject to change. Tuition does not include books (Approximately $800).
Next class date is January 23, 2023 thru April 11, 2024 (Pending State Approval)
Students who are not eligible or fail to maintain eligibility are responsible for the full amount of tuition plus books.
Forms Needed
Advance Standing Letter
Medical Records Information
Paramedic Applications
*Initial course applications should include a medical and immunization screening.
To Apply Visit
http://www.sthcs.org/paramedic-regional-program.html
For detailed information, please contact us at the ALSTAR EMS Training Center
P: 716-664-8319
F: 716-484-8886
Contact: Brian Wilcox
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The UPMC Chautauqua @WCA Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). This letter is NOT a CAAHEP accreditation status, it is a status signifying that a program seeking initial accreditation has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the accreditation standards through the Letter of Review Self Study Report (LSSR) and other documentation. Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the NREMT's Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation. To contact CoAEMSP: 214-703-8445 www.coaemsp.org
1/2021-8/2022 NREMT Test Results (UPMC Chautauqua @ WCA Regional Paramedic Program)
Attempted Exam First Attempt Pass Cumulative Pass within 3 attempts Cumulative Pass within 6 attempts
24 54% (13) 58% (14) 58% (14)
Failed all 6 attempts Eligible for retest Did not complete within 2 years
0% (0) 42% (10) 0% (0)
1/2021-8/2022 NYS State Test results
Attempted exam First attempt Pass Cumulative Pass within 3 attempts
11 63% (7) 88% (8)
Overall pass rates between NREMT and NYS
Attempted Exam First Attempt Pass Cumulative Pass within 3 attempts
25 80% (20) 84% (21)
1/2021-8/2022 NREMT Test Results (National Report)
Attempted Exam First Attempt Pass Cumulative Pass within 3 attempts Cumulative Pass within 6 attempts
19619 71% (13855) 83% (16368) 85% (16691)
Failed all 6 attempts Eligible for retest Did not complete within 2 years
0% (53) 15% (2876) 0% (0)
80% retention rate
94% job placement
**No Graduates during the 2021 reporting year
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