Paramedic Program to transition to MCTC’s Rowan Campus
Published on Nov 18, 2025
Maysville Community and Technical College is pleased to announce the transition of
the Paramedic Program to the Rowan Campus.
In 2023, MCTC was awarded a five-year $2.3 million Title III Strengthening Institutions grant from the US Department of Education to redesign existing and create new academic programs in high-demand technical fields.
With the grant, the program was transformed into a hybrid 15-month program and altered to offer an EMS-Paramedic associate in applied science (AAS) option.
“This has been a long-standing goal for our institution, and we are excited to see it come to fruition,” said Donnie Fryman, Health Science Technology Program Coordinator. “Our commitment to serving local communities drives us to strengthen resources and provide exceptional training opportunities for future first responders.”
The Paramedic Program further equips licensed Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with the knowledge and skills to administer advanced medical care in critical situations.
Using hands-on equipment such as an ambulance simulator, students are trained to respond to medical emergencies, assess patients, and deliver life-saving care in pre-hospital settings.
The first cohort of students for the redesigned program was admitted in Spring 2025 and will graduate in Spring 2026. The next cohort will begin classes in Spring 2026.
“Our graduates are the backbone of emergency care in this region,” said Fryman. “By bringing this program to Rowan County, we’re investing in the health and safety of our communities.”
The EMS-Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for EMS Programs (CAEMSP).
The Paramedic Certificate and AAS degree are Work Ready Kentucky Eligible programs, meaning qualifying students can complete the credential tuition-free.
For more information, please contact Fryman at donnie.fryman@kctcs.edu.
To apply, please go to Start Your Application.
