Emergency Medical Technician Program
BECOME AN EMT IN 16 WEEKS!
Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings. People’s lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care provided by these workers. EMTs respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities. The course is 7 hours per week for 16 weeks. This course emphasizes emergency medical services in a job-related context. Recognition of the nature and categorizing the seriousness of patients’ illnesses/injuries, administration of appropriate care, and the movement or handling of patients are included.
Course Descriptions
EMT 100 Basic Emergency Medical Technician 7-0-7
This course emphasizes emergency medical services in a job-related context. Recognition of the nature and categorizing the seriousness of patients’ illnesses/ injuries, administration of appropriate care, and the movement or handling of patients are included. State certification examinations are taken after completion of the course. Current CPR certification is required. (FA)
EMT 101 Emergency Medical Technician Re-entry 3.5-2-3.5
This course provides instruction to facilitate the re-licensure of emergency medical personnel. The state re-licensure exam is a requirement of the course. Current CPR and EMT certifications are required. (FA)