Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
My Academic Plan
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your certificate and must be completed in the order listed. This program functions as cohorts starting each semester of each academic year. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Program Director or Academic Advisor.
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-semester certificate in Emergency Medical Technician and enter the workforce. Students explore EMT patient care skills and procedures. Students study medical and trauma emergency procedures and assessment. This certificate program provides students with entry-level skills required for careers with a fire department, ambulance service, hospital emergency room, or disaster relief. This EMT Program also prepares students who are interested in continuing their careers and/or education in nursing, paramedicine, medical school. Students who complete the EMT certificate will be eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) examination. After completing the NREMT exam, you can apply to the state for certification to work as an EMT in Colorado.
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What You Will Learn
Upon completion of the program you will be able to:
1. Understand and apply emergency medical knowledge when caring for a patient as an entry-level EMT
2. Assess a patient and use appropriate skills to treat and care for the sick or injured patient
3. Demonstrate the personal and professional behaviors relative to the role of an entry-level EMT
4. Integrate knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to function in the emergency health care system
First Semester
Total Credit Hours: 12
Important Program Notes:
A part-time format spanning two semesters may be offered. Check with your preferred campus for information.