# College of Emergency Services (CES)
> Accredited Paramedic and EMS training programs based in Portland, Oregon, operated by Global Medical Response (GMR).

## About
The College of Emergency Services (CES) is an accredited educational institution offering Paramedic certification programs and EMS continuing education courses. CES is part of Global Medical Response (GMR), the largest provider of air and ground medical transport services in the United States. CES serves students in the Pacific Northwest region.

## Programs Offered

### Paramedic Program
- Full accredited Paramedic certification program
- Classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and field internships
- Prepares students for the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) Paramedic exam
- CAAHEP accredited through CoAEMSP

### Continuing Education
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- Professional development courses for licensed EMS providers
- Refresher courses and specialty training

## Accreditation
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP)
- Oregon Health Authority approved

## Key Pages
- [Homepage](https://collegeofems.com/)
- [Course Catalog](https://collegeofems.com/er_ces_main/courses)
- [Contact](https://collegeofems.com/contact/)

## Contact
- Website: https://collegeofems.com
- Part of Global Medical Response (GMR)

## FAQ
Q: What is the College of Emergency Services?
A: CES is an accredited Paramedic training institution operated by Global Medical Response (GMR), offering Paramedic certification and EMS continuing education in the Pacific Northwest.

Q: Is CES accredited?
A: Yes, CES is accredited by CAAHEP through CoAEMSP for its Paramedic program.

Q: Where is CES located?
A: CES is based in Portland, Oregon and serves students in the Pacific Northwest region.