EMSP 55004 - Emergency Medical Technician

Course Description

Prerequisites: Must be 18 by the class end date and have a high school diploma/GED to be eligible for certification. For approval and additional information, Central Campus: call 281.476.1862; North Campus: call 281.459.7155. Note: Textbook is required. Attendance at the Saturday Skill Day and the Saturday Field Day is mandatory. Additional distance learning fees for online or hybrid courses will be assessed at time of payment. This course provides the introduction to the level of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic level of emergency care. All the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level with an ambulance service or other specialized services are taught. The course includes American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR. Enrollment and successful completion of the EMT Basic Clinical is required for certification. (EMSP 1501)