The Emergency Medical Technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Emergency Medical Technician program can go to work with fire departments as an EMT. Also, graduates may be employed with companies that employ First Responders.
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 Technician (NREMT) certification examination. After successful completion of the NREMT examination for EMT, students may apply for Georgia state licensure through the state Office of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma (SOEMST).
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 |
36 |
30 |
23 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
218 |
222 |
223 |
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 |
Emergency Medical Technician Curriculum
The curriculum for Emergency Medical Technician program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program during fall and spring semesters. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 16 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 345 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (16 Credits)
| EMSP 1110 | Introduction to the EMT Profession | 3 |
| EMSP 1120 | EMT Assessment/Airway Management and Pharmacology | 3 |
| EMSP 1130 | Medical Emergencies for the EMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1140 | Special Patient Populations | 3 |
| EMSP 1150 | Shock and Trauma for the EMT | 3 |
| EMSP 1160 | Clinical and Practical Applications for the EMT | 1 |
NOTE: “C” or higher grade is required for all the above courses.
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,600
Fees ($370 per semester): $740
Books/Supplies: $270
Uniform Costs: Approximately $250*
Liability Insurance: $40 per fiscal year
Certification Exam: $225
Physical Exam: $150
TB Test: $40
Hepatitis B Series: $265
Drug Screening: $30
Criminal Background Check: $80
Course Supply Fees:
- EMSP 1110 Introduction to the EMS Profession: $58
- EMSP 1140 Special Patient Populations: $20
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)
Clinical Education
Number of Clinical Sites:5
General Location of the Clinical Sites: Bulloch, Evans, and Screven Counties
Special Requirements of the Clinical Sites
Beginning second semester, 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 Emergency Medical Technician 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.