Program Description

The Certificate of Completion in Emergency Medical Technician provides foundational knowledge and hands-on training for individuals pursuing a career as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Students learn to assess and deliver life-saving care to patients in both emergency and non-emergency situations involving injury or illness. This certificate prepares students for entry-level employment with ambulance providers, including those that offer inter-facility transport and 911 emergency response services. Graduates may also find opportunities as emergency department (ED) technicians, supporting patient care in hospital settings.

Learn more about the program on the Emergency Medical Services website.

Program Learning Outcomes

• The student will be able to perform as a competent, entry-level EMT in accordance with Title 22, providing life saving care during emergent and non-emergent incidents that involve victims of illness or injury.
• The student will be eligible to take the National Registry EMT written exam for national certification.

Award Type(s)

• CC = Certificate of Completion

Hours Required

• Certificate(s): 312

Certificate Requirements

Emergency Medical Technician Certificate of Completion

Formerly: Emergency Medical Technology Certificate of Completion

• Hours: 312 [Non-Transcriptable]

Course List

Code	Title	Units
EMS 400	EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE NONCREDIT	96
EMS 401	EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN: BASIC PART A NONCREDIT	96
EMS 402	EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN: BASIC PART B NONCREDIT	120
Total Hours		312