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The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course prepares students for all aspects of emergency care in both medical and trauma situations. This 5 credit course adheres to state and national standards. Students will gain knowledge and skills in the following areas in anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, fractures and dislocations, spinal injuries, soft-tissue wounds, and ambulance operations. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to complete certification requirements for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
Career Opportunities Combat Medic Specialist Emergency Dispatcher Emergency Medical Technician Basic Emergency Medical Technician First Responder Emergency Room Technician Firefighter/EMT
Combat Medic Specialist
Emergency Dispatcher
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Emergency Medical Technician First Responder
Emergency Room Technician
Firefighter/EMT
Graduate Employers City of Eau Claire Health Partners Regions Mayo Clinic Health System River Falls Ambulance Service United Healthcare
City of Eau Claire
Health Partners Regions
Mayo Clinic Health System
River Falls Ambulance Service
United Healthcare
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 5 Credit Technical Diploma
Length of Program // Less Than One Year
Delivery Method // Face-to-Face
Program Location // Eau Claire and River FallsThe EMT course is offered at various sites/locations throughout the Chippewa Valley Technical College district.
Program Location //June, August, and January
Start Dates // View Upcoming Courses
Start Dates //June, August, and January
Estimated Program Cost
Term 1
$
1,140
Books
437
Estimated Total: $1,577*
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These are a few of the courses you can take in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program.
Emergency Medical Technician This 5 credit course adheres to state and national standards. Students will gain knowledge and skills in the following areas in anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, fractures and dislocations, spinal injuries, soft-tissue wounds, and ambulance operations.
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CVTC graduates are ready for the workforce. Each year, we send our graduates the Graduate Follow-Up Survey asking where they are working, whether it is in their degree field, and several other questions related to employment. Below are the program outcomes and job data.
78% of our recent Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) graduates got a job in the industry.
Our recent Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) graduates reported an average starting salary of $27,141.
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CVTC offered me a wonderful opportunity to prepare myself for the next step in my life. The staff was incredible and resourceful. The school offers a rich and full education. Thank you!
–Emergency Medical Technician Graduate
Whether you're looking to continue your learning to another program or to gain continuing education credit, CVTC offers a variety of learning opportunities for students.
FireMedic, Associate Degree
Paramedic, Technical Diploma
Paramedic Technician, Associate Degree
Critical Care Transport
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