The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and to apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the EMS Professions program are eligible for employment in fire departments, emergency medical services, hospitals, or industry.
Accreditation/Approval
The Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedicine Diploma, and EMS Professions programs are regulated by the Georgia Department of Public Health, State EMS Office, 1680 Phoenix Blvd., Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30349, 770.996.3133.
Licensure/Certification
Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and to apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
EMS Professions Curriculum
The curriculum for EMS Professions diploma program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester for core courses. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 42 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 900 contact hours and generally takes 4 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Basic Skills Courses (9 Credits)
NOTE: “C” or higher grade is required for all the above courses.
Occupational Courses (33 Credits)
EMSP 1110, EMSP 1120, EMSP 1130, EMSP 1140, EMSP 1150, EMSP 1160, EMSP 1510, EMSP 1520, EMSP 1530 and EMSP 1540: “C” or higher grade is required for all these courses.
Program Costs
Tuition/Fees: $4,570
Books/Supplies: $700
Uniform Costs: Approximately $250*
Liability Insurance: $40 per fiscal year
Certification Exam: $320
Physical Exam: $150
TB Test: $40
Hepatitis B Series: $265
Drug Screening: $30
Criminal Background Check: $39-$80
Course Supply Fees:
- EMSP 1110 Introduction to the EMS Profession: $40
- EMSP 1140 Special Patient Populations: $20
- EMSP 1520 Advanced Concepts for the AEMT: $20
- EMSP 2720: $52
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Clinical Education
Number of Clinical Sites: 4
General Location of the Clinical Sites: Bulloch, Evans, and Screven Counties
Special Requirements of the Clinical Sites
- CPR Certification
- Prior to beginning clinical courses, students must submit a medical exam stating that the student is in good health. This must include documentation of TB skin testing and all required immunizations, including Hepatitis B. Students who refuse the Hepatitis B vaccination series must sign a declination form and be aware that clinical sites may refuse to accept them. Forms will be provided by the instructor;
- Criminal Background Check
- Urine Drug Screen
Clinical Education Courses
The EMS Professions clinical experiences are combined with the courses. Students are provided opportunities for in-depth application and reinforcement of principles and techniques in pre-hospital settings. The clinical experience allows the student to become involved in a professional work situation applying technical skills.
Program faculty will outline the minimum number of hours that will be spent in a supervised work setting. Students may not receive pay from the clinical site for clinical hours. Students are evaluated by the clinical site preceptor and the Clinical Coordinator.
Clinical Assignments
Clinical times may vary. Some clinical times may be scheduled to include shift work. Clinical sites are selected by the program coordinator. Students are responsible for having reliable transportation to the site.