EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

This Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course meets or exceeds the United States DOT Curriculum, along with the National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards adopted by the State of Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board.

The EMT is one of the most utilized pre-hospital caregivers in the Emergency Medical Services System. The goal is to provide the students with the core knowledge, skills and attitudes to function in the capacity of an EMT in the State of Minnesota.

Upon successful completion of this course, the participant will be eligible to take the NREMT cognitive exam in order to receive certification as an EMT by the State of Minnesota, and become Nationally Registered as an EMT.

Course Goals and Objectives:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the EMT Education Standards

• Obtain a base knowledge of the human anatomy and physiology

• Show knowledge in the roles, responsibilities and ethics of an EMT

• Become proficient with all skills associated with the EMT

• Obtain critical thinking skills in patient assessment

• Recognize hazards associated in the EMT role