Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course

Course Description/Schedule | Program Requirements | Preparation Course Info

Train to become an Emergency Medical Technician! Through the EMT course at CSUDH, you will obtain the information and learn the skills necessary to become an EMT. Successful completion of the program enables you to take the national certifying exam, leading to certification as an EMT, and to the potential to enter a high demand job.

Approved by Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services Agency

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Course Description

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course is challenging and demands dedication, persistence, and flexibility. The course is designed to give the student all the information and skills necessary to obtain certification as a nationally registered EMT leading to employment in a number of emergency services, such as the fire department, police department, and private ambulance service. EMT certification also leads to healthcare careers. This course meets state training program requirements for national registry, including didactic hours and patient contacts and training in naloxone, epinephrine auto-injector, glucometer, and four hours of basic tactical casualty care.

Who Should Attend

• Individuals who want to become emergency medical technicians, paramedics, or fire-fighters
• Individuals who are considering careers in law enforcement or public health
• Individuals who need direct patient contact hours, such as those that apply to RN programs
• Individuals who are considering careers as lab technicians, dental assistants, medical assistants, and surgical technologists
• Emergency medical services personnel
• Military personnel
• Emergency managers
• Public health practitioners

Benefits of CSUDH’s EMT Training Program

• Approved by Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency  
• Experienced Instructors: our experienced instructional and teaching assistant staff bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the program
• Working lab: Fully functional and stocked ambulance, generously donated by MedReach Ambulance

Benefits of Working as an EMT

• Working as an EMT during college is a great option due to the flexible work schedule and benefits
• Working as an EMT demonstrates to future employers one's ability to master complex information and perform functions in a changing environment
• Great launching point for careers such as a paramedic, fire fighter, or nurse

Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected to grow 15 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. Emergencies, such as car crashes, natural disasters, and acts of violence, will continue to require the skills of EMTs and paramedics.

Where do EMTs Work?

EMTs and paramedics held about 248,000 jobs in 2016. The largest employers of EMTs and paramedics were as follows:

• Ambulance services (48%)
• Local government, excluding education and hospitals (28%)
• Hospitals; state, local, and private (18%)

Course Prerequisites (See Application)

• High school diploma or GED
• EMT Preparation Course (recommended)
• Age 18 before the last day of class
• Have a SSN #
• Possess valid state picture ID
• A clean criminal background (required for NREMT testing as well as employment. See: EMT FAQ - Background/Criminal History)
• Have a negative TB test dated within 6 months of class start
• Current AHA CPR-BLS for the healthcare provider card (included in the EMT Prep Course) Expiration date must fall after course end date

Course Goals/Objectives (What You Will Learn)

At the completion of the EMT course, students will be eligible to take the national certifying exam (NREMT), making them eligible for state certification as an Emergency Medical Technician and thereby eligible to work in the state of California as an EMT.

Successful students will be able to:

• Act as an on-scene leader
• Describe the elements of an EMS system, and the role an EMT plays within the EMS system
• Explain the legal responsibilities EMT's face
• Understand and describe basic human anatomy
• Perform single rescuer and 2 person CPR with an AED
• Perform a detailed patient assessment on both medical and trauma patients
• Demonstrate how to control bleeding, splint injuries, treat burns
• Demonstrate how to identify and immediately treat lifesaving injuries and illness during the first few minutes of an emergency
• Demonstrate how to care for a mother and child during childbirth, outside of the hospital
• Exhibit and maintain a professional appearance and attitude and portray the characteristics of an EMS professional

EMT Course Schedule

HSX 905 | 21.6 CEUs

Major: Healthcare | Program: Emergency Medication Technician Training Course | C = Class Cancelled

* Schedule subject to change; consult with instructor for specific date details | Updated 09/23/19

 Textbook(s) & Other Materials

Required:

• AAOS Emergency Care of the Sick and Injured, 11th Edition Digital Supplement Premier Level (included with course fees)
• Fisdap Assessment Package (included with course fees)
• Purchase required uniform for class and ride-alongs; specifications provided during course orientation
• Students must have regular access to computer or mobile device with internet connection

Recommended:

• The Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit, Lawrence M. Elson

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