Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Background Check and Drug Screen

A background check must be completed through TrueScreen. Go to TrueScreen's website and Click “Sign Up Now,” agree to the terms, and follow the instructions to create an account (*make note of your username and password as you will need this information later to retrieve the results of the background check, as well as use the same account for the required drug screening). Fill out all the required information, enter the code: MSCCEMS-BI in the Application Station Code field and click “Proceed.” and complete payment ($33.50). Background investigations are completed, on average, within 3 to 5 business days. Once the results are available you will receive an email from TrueScreen (studentedition@truescreen.com). Follow the link in the email to access Application Station: Student Edition to view the report. To access the site, use the same username and password created at the time you submitted your background check. Print out the results in their entirety (this should be several pages long). 

A 10-panel drug screen must be completed through TrueScreen. Make sure to take the Labcorp chain of custody form with you to your testing site! This will be provided at the end of the application process via barcode in an email to you. Go to TrueScreen's website and click “Proceed.” Click “Sign Up Now,”* agree to the terms, and follow the instructions to create an account (*you can click “Sign Back In” to use the same username and password you used for the background check). Drug screen collection facilities are listed on the final page of registration. Fill out all the required information and enter the code: MSCCEMS-DS in the Application Station Code field and complete payment ($40.00). You will choose the location, date, and time of screening. Please print out your proof of payment and testing facility information and follow all listed requirements for the testing facility to prevent any delays. Once the drug test results are available, you will receive an email from TrueScreen (studentedition@truescreen.com). Follow the link in the email to access Application Station: Student Edition to view the report. To access the site, use the same username and password created at the time you submitted your drug screen (or if you used the same username/password you used when you signed up for your background check). Print out the results. 

Proof of Vaccinations

The health department should have a full history of most of your vaccines that were reported. This is a great place to start.

Varicella

Please provide documentation of two doses of the Varicella vaccine, OR documentation of a positive titer. If you are unsure of or can only find documentation of one dose of the vaccine, please complete the titer. 

MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)

Please provide documentation of two doses of the MMR vaccine, OR documentation of a positive titer. If you are unsure of or can only find documentation of one dose of the vaccine, or if the titer is negative, please provide proof of a booster.

Hepatitis B Series

Please provide documentation of ALL 3 DOSES of the Hep B series vaccine. If you have not received the Hep B series, provide documentation of DOSE 1 of the series. If you have received only the first dose, you MUST have a signed letter from your physician of the due dates for the following two vaccines. Complete the series in a timely manner (the second vaccine is given at least one month after the first, and the third vaccine is given at least six months after the first). OR please provide a TITER.

TDap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis)

Please provide documentation of the last TDap vaccination – required within the last 10 years. The Td or any other variation is not acceptable as it does not have the pertussis included.

Flu Vaccine: Please provide documentation of a recent flu vaccine (within one year). **dependent on availability of vaccine.

Documentation of a TB skin test only if you have a history of latent TB. (per CDC guidelines) www.cdc.gov/tb/topic/testing/healthcareworkers.htm. OR If you will attend clinical sites that require documentation of such testing at their facility.

Uniforms

NOTE: Uniforms are not covered by financial aid.

You cannot attend clinicals until you have a full uniform. There is at least a 3 week turn around from 580 Graphics. If You have questions about your uniform order, please reach out to kmoffitt@mscc.edu. Do not call them directly . We will handle all direct contact with our vendor. All orders must be placed by May 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

Uniforms will be ordered through: 580 Graphics and Galls.

Go to www.motlowems.com and enter the password: motlowems2024. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “EMT/AEMT Program.” You are REQUIRED to order two shirts, one hooded sweatshirt, a reflective safety vest, and either a coat -OR- vest from 580 Graphics. You will not be able to wear a jacket or pullover on your clinical rotations unless it is ordered through this website.

Although you are only required to buy one uniform, it is recommended to have an extra so that if you soil a uniform on a clinical you will have another. It also helps in that you will not have to wash your uniform at night in between classes/clinicals. Shirts are non-refundable. Return shipping fees are the responsibility of purchaser. Please reference the sizing chart if you have questions regarding sizing. Credit/Debit cards will be charged in full at the time of the order. All orders will be delivered to you. 

In order to get some items for your uniform (Pants, Boots, Belt, etc) you will need to send your name and preferred email to Instructor Ashley Wingard at: awingard@mscc.edu. You must include your preferred email and your name so she can set up an account for you to order from. She will then email you with a link and your credentials to access the site.

If you do not send your information, you will not be granted access to this site. Please allow a few days for a response as she will be processing all other student requests as well.

You must order at least one of each of the following items from this website unless you have the items that are in excellent condition and in good working order:

Pants, Belt, Boots, Penlight, Stethoscope, Safety Glasses (ANSI Approved) and Trauma Shears.

** You are required to wear your full uniform every day to class.**

If you do not receive your full uniform before class begins, you will need to wear professional business attire the first day of class and thereafter until you receive it.

EMT and AEMT

Below is an approximate cost breakdown for the EMT program at Motlow. All listed items are required.

Tuition & Fees

• Tuition: $2,600
• Textbook & Documentation Software: $300
  • Must be ordered through the link provided in the welcome letter.
  • Do NOT purchase from other sources to ensure access to required resources.
• MedicTests (Test Prep Software): $60
• Platinum Planner: EMT - $35 | AEMT - $63

Uniform & Equipment Costs ($200, varies by quality)

• Uniform: $200
  • Black pants
  • Black belt
  • Black polishable boots (no cloth toes)
• Required Equipment:
  • Penlight
  • Stethoscope
  • Safety glasses
  • Trauma shears

Additional Fees

• Background Check: $33.50
• Drug Screen: $40

Certification & Licensing Costs (Due at the end of the course)

• Fingerprinting (IdentoGO): $39.15
• State of TN Application & Licensure Fee: $125 – $175 (varies by licensure level)
• NREMT Testing Fee: $104 – $175 (varies by exam level)

Estimated Total Cost: $3,500 – $3,700

Paramedic 

Below is an approximate cost breakdown for the Paramedic program at Motlow. All listed items are required.

Tuition & Fees

• Tuition: $2,600 per semester (3 full semesters)
• Textbook & Documentation Software: $700
  • Must be ordered through the link provided in the welcome letter.
  • Do NOT purchase from other sources to ensure access to required resources.
• MedicTests (Test Prep Software): $150
• Platinum Planner: Paramedic - $95

Uniform & Equipment Costs (~$200, varies by quality)

• Uniform: ~$200
  • Black pants
  • Black belt
  • Black polishable boots (no cloth toes)
• Required Equipment
  • Penlight
  • Stethoscope
  • Safety glasses
  • Trauma shears

Additional Fees

• Background Check: $33.50
• Drug Screen: $40

Certification & Licensing Costs (Due at the end of the course)

• Fingerprinting (IdentoGO): $39.15
• State of TN Application & Licensure Fee: $125 – $175 (varies by licensure level)
• NREMT Testing Fee: $104 – $175 (varies by exam level)

Estimated Total Cost for the Full Program: ~$10,000 (3 semesters)

Class Schedules

Spring & Fall Semesters (Full-Time)

• Day Classes:
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Days: 2 days per week (variable schedule)
  • Note: Classes are scheduled around our instructors' 911 work shifts (most instructors are full-time paramedics).
• Night Classes (Spring & Fall Only):
  • Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Days: 3 nights per week (variable schedule)
  • Note: No night classes are offered during the summer.

Summer Semester (Full-Time, EMT & AEMT Only)

• Class Schedule:
  • Days: 3 days per week
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Note: Follows a variable schedule based on instructor availability.

Program Length & Requirements

• EMT Program: 16 weeks
• AEMT Program: 16 weeks (EMT is a prerequisite for AEMT)
• Paramedic Program: 1 year (2 days per week)
• Summer: 10 weeks (3 days per week)

Clinical Requirements

All students must complete clinical hours outside of class time, scheduled at their convenience.

• EMT: 96 hours
• AEMT: 120 hours
• Paramedic: 600+ hours

Paramedic Program Schedule

The Paramedic program follows either a redundant schedule or a rotating schedule, depending on enrollment and instructor availability:

Redundant Schedule:

• Lecture Days: Monday or Tuesday
• Skills Lab Days: Wednesday or Thursday

Rotating Schedule:

• Students attend one lecture day and one lab session per week.
• The specific days may vary based on the instructor's discretion.
• Time: 9 AM - 4:30 PM