Emergency Medical Technician

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a person who has been trained to render immediate care for the sick and injured. The job of an EMT is multifaceted, presenting numerous challenges in a variety of emergency environments. An EMT may work in an ambulance or in a hospital emergency department. This course is excellent for people considering careers in fire, police, and security and as a Physician’s Assistant. All students must have internet access to take this course. The program includes weekly distance learning quizzes on the text companion website. Online certification training in NIMS and OSHA requirements are an additional 15 hours or training. Optional 17 hour riding an ambulance as an observer. Ten hours of clinical training and eight hours of practicum experiential learning are included as a mandatory part of the EMT program and are scheduled during non-classroom hours, based on student choice. Immunizations are required for the clinical portion of this course.

Pre-requisites:
An applicant for an EMT training course must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or the equivalent. High School subjects recommended for persons interested in becoming an EMT are driver education and health and science courses. Armed forces medic training is also considered good preparation for prospective EMTs. All students must have internet access to take this course. Immunizations are required for the clinical portion of this course.

Program Cost:
$1699 *Financial Assistance is available for those who qualify

Class Details:

January 20-May 14, 2024

Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00-10:00pm

Saturdays 8:00am-4:00pm: Jan. 27, Feb. 10, Feb. 24, March 9, March 23, April 6, April 20, and May 4

This class will meet on-ground in our Joyner Health Sciences Building.

For more information, please contact:
Erin Kennedy, ekennedy@nwcc.edu, (860) 738-6419