EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT)

Description: This New York State approved program is designed for students interested in responding to emergency calls, performing emergency medical procedures, and transporting patients to hospitals. EOC’s EMT program prepares students to take and pass the New York State Department of Health’s examination to become Emergency Medical Technicians. At the conclusion of training, students will be able to demonstrate the appropriate and required procedures for responding to medical emergencies and crises and administer CPR and defibrillation. The program includes a 10-hour clinical rotation in an emergency department or on an ambulance/emergency services vehicle.

Entrance Requirements:

• Required TABE entrance exam to determine eligibility
• High School Diploma or HSE
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a physical exam and drug test
• Interest in the health field
• Must be 18 years old when Practical Skills & Written Certification Exam is taken
• Valid NYS Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract, Driver’s License/History clear of moving violations for the most recent two years
• New York State clearance is required.

Class Time/Duration: 9 weeks / 25-30 hours per week / day classes