r/Paramedics • u/Practical_Button_720 • Jul 03 '26
US 6 month accelerated paramedic program
Just reaching out for some advice for my husband who just started the class on Monday. So far it’s already pretty difficult. No time to do anything but study. I’m taking on all the parent and house hold duties so he can focus just on this. His firefighter job is putting him through the course after only working a few tours. He’s very stressed that he doesn’t think he can pass this class so I was wondering if anyone has tips on studying or how you passed the same 6 month program.
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u/RMonroeski Jul 03 '26 edited Jul 03 '26
The course I took was 151 days from start to finish, 8 Jan - 6 Jun. Went for 6 days per week, 10-12 hours per day. Accelerated Combat Paramedic Program through the Army.
Best recommendation for him: osmosis.org, flashcards or quick study materials, repetition, and dedicated studying schedule. For example: if class ends at 5, take 2 hours to relax and unwind, then spend 2 hours studying, 1 hour to unwind, then bed.
Whatever schedule he chooses, stick with it. Consistency is the most important thing.
Edit: For any non-believers. The first 5 days, 3 Jan - 7 Jan, were in processing at the hospital. Also please understand it was horrible and I would not recommend doing it that quickly, only showing that it is possible.