Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

  • two male emt students
  • two emt students practicing intubation
  • emt instructor demonstrating technique

This short-term vocational Emergency Medical Technician program is intended to prepare students to become EMTs to work for an ambulance service or in related fire departments, hospitals, or other rescue services. This program is specifically for noncredit students who are seeking training in the public safety field for immediate employment. Furthermore, this program will also provide foundational skills and training for students to enter into more advanced public safety programs. Students must pass both core courses to earn the Emergency Medical Technician certificate.

The EMT program is approved by the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) and Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS). It awards the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course Completion Certificate needed to take the National Registry Certifying Exam.

 

  • Schedule & Information Sessions 

    Summer Session: Coming Soon

  • Program Courses
    ET90A - Introduction to EMS System
    EMT90 - Emergency Medical Technician
  • Program Requirements

    EMT is a Federally Mandated Curriculum (NHTSA). California mandates in Title 22
    of the Code of Regulations state you must:

    • Be at least 18 years of age
    • Be a high school graduate or have a GED
    • Not have a criminal record. A background check will be performed.
    • Be physically able to perform all duties required of an EMT
    • Be a U.S. citizen or have one of several INS cards that permit employment
    • Have valid car insurance for transportation to/from hospitals
  • Apply

    Complete the application and a member of our team will be in touch with you. Submitting an SCE application does not confirm enrollment into the program.

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  • Program Costs

    Classes are tuition-free

    Supply/Item Approximate Cost
    Textbook  $140.00
    Student ID Badge  $10.00
    Supplies $84.00
    Uniforms $140.00
    Health & Physical Exam $203.00
    MY Background $70.00
    TOTAL (Approximately) Textbooks/Materials fees are subject to change without notice. $647.00
  • Program Learning Outcomes
    • Students will be employed or seeking employment in the field for a related field.
    • Students will pass the National Registry of EMT’s (NREMT) exam. 
    • Students will gain employment as an Emergency Medical Technician. 
    • Students will demonstrate job readiness skills.
    • Students will progress through the public safety career ladder by enrolling in public safety programs such as Paramedics.
  • Placement Opportunities

    AmbuServe Ambulance Service

    Lifeline EMS

Health Care Support Program

  • ELL (English Language Learner) Healthcare Pathways

    The ELL (English Language Learner) Healthcare Pathway Program is designed to provide English language learners with access to vocational pathways in healthcare, which is crucial for ensuring diverse representation and meeting the growing demands of the healthcare industry. We collaborate with non-credit short-term vocational programs in healthcare.

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