Emergency Medical Technician

EMT – BASIC

Program Information

Career Community: Healthcare
Degree Type: EMT Certificate
Program Location: Main Campus

What is Emergency Medical Technician?

EXPECTED HOURS FOR BASIC DEGREE: 16

The EMT-Basic performs emergency medical care to and transports ill and injured persons adhering to the protocols of the service and applicable federal state and local laws, regulations, and statutes.

Program Outcomes

All students who complete the EMT certificate will be able to do the following:

Identify the appropriate procedures to be employed when rendering basic emergency care to the sick and injured as an EMT.
Explain the roles and responsibilities of the EMT in the pre-hospital setting.

Demonstrate evidence of personal/professional growth, particularly as this relates to the development and delivery of safe emergency care.

What Are My Options to Pay for This Degree?

Apply for financial aid at www.FAFSA.gov. A student is encouraged to apply early for financial aid and must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the FAFSA Renewal Application as soon as possible after October 1 to ensure that the Financial Aid Office receives the Institutional Student Information Record and other documents prior to the priority deadline. July 1st is the priority deadline for applying for the fall semester and December 1st for the spring semester. For additional resources, check out the current scholarships offered through the Cleveland State Community College Foundation.