Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
This 12-week course includes skills in medical emergencies, patient trauma, patient assessment, care and transportation of the sick and injured, pediatric emergencies, ambulance operations and more. Students learn skills to prepare them to obtain Emergency Medical Technician certification and prepare them for career opportunities. Job placement assistance is available to all graduates of this program.
NOTE: This program does not qualify for Financial Aid.
Obtaining an EMT certification can be a stepping stone to many other career areas:
* Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
* Registered Nurse (RN)
* Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
* Physician's Assistant
* Paremedic
* Emergency Room Technician
* Nurse Practitioner
* Air Marshall
* Helicpoter Flight Crew Member
The employment outlook for Emergency Medical Technicians is projected to grow much faster than average over the next decade. Our population is aging and will experience more medical emergencies. Job availability ranges from medical and surgical hospitals, local government agencies, and ambulatory health care services. EMTs are typically dispatched by a 911 operator, and often work with police and fire department personnel. EMTs provide vital serbvices in emergencies such as automobile accidents, drowning, chidlbirth, and gunshot wounds.
12 Week Program
Prerequisites:
- High School Diploma or (GED)
- Demonstration of a minimum of 9th grade proficiency in reading, language, and math
- Pass a physical and TB test
Topics Covered:
- Medical emergencies
- Handling patients in trauma
- Patient Assessment
- Baseline Vital Signs
- Care & Transportation of the Sick & Injured
- Pediatric Emergencies
- Pharmacology
- Environmental Emergencies
- Substance Abuse & Poisoning
- Ambulance Operations
EMT's work in a variety of settings:
- Ambulances
- Fire Departments
- Hospitals
- Medical Clinics
- Event Standbys
- Cruise Lines
Required Orientation & Assessment
Every Wednesday 8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
Please bring your picture ID.
NO CHILDREN PLEASE.