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Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

30-531-3 Technical Diploma (144 Hours)
Offered at Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, and Superior

Emergencies. Medicine. Caring.

Are you interested in responding to emergencies that require urgent medical attention? As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic, you will be trained to assess the emergency, provide patient care that can save a life, and transport the patient to the hospital. You will learn how to respond quickly to high-level emergencies such as a motor vehicle accident, heart attack, near drowning, childbirth, poisoning, and life-threatening injury. You must be 18 years old for licensing; you will also be expected to complete five patient contacts. This specialized training is also conveniently offered at various off-campus locations throughout the district. The program is approved by the Wisconsin Division of Health and Family Services because it uses the current Department of Transportation National Standard curriculum.

Knowledgeable. Organized. Responsible.

Successful graduates have certain characteristics and skills that help them succeed in the field. As you prepare for your career, you should strive to reach a comfort level in the following courses or skills:

Admission Requirements

General Admission Requirements

Program Outcomes

Our Emergency Medical Technician program is approved by the Wisconsin Division of Health and Family Services because it uses the current Department of Transportation (DOT) National Standard Curriculum. As a graduate, you will be able to:

Program Costs

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Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Program

EMS Week - May 12 - 18
 
EMS Week - May 18 - 24