Emergency Medical Technician
Technical Diploma
5 Credits | 180 Hours
Ashland*, New Richmond*, Rice Lake*, Superior*
*Combination of On Site and Online Live instruction
Career Cluster: Law, Public Safety and Security
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Emergency Medical Technicians respond to emergencies that require urgent medical attention. As a graduate of this program, you will be trained to assess the emergency, provide patient care that can save a life and transport the patient to the hospital.
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Program Overview
Emergency Medical Technicians are the crucial link in the healthcare system. Graduates of the EMT program must complete the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Exam for licensing. If successful, students will be eligible to apply for licensure as an EMT.
Graduates will know how to respond quickly to various life-threatening emergencies. Students must be 18-years-old for licensing and will also be required to complete 10 patient contacts after obtaining a Training Center Training Permit. Students who successfully complete the program, with a program plan GPA of 2.0 or better, will be eligible to take the National Registry of EMT's cognitive and psychomotor examinations for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) level of certification.
Program Outcomes
Emergency Medical Technician graduates will be able to:
- Prepare for incident response and EMS operations
- Integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to provide appropriate patient care
- Demonstrate EMT skills associated with established standards and procedures for a variety of patient encounters
- Communicate effectively with others
- Demonstrate professional behavior
- Meet state competencies for EMT certification
Technical Standards
In this program, students should be able to meet specific technical standards, which are the essential skills and abilities needed to be successful in a program, with or without reasonable accommodation. It is important to review and understand these standards before applying to the program.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, EMT positions in Wisconsin are projected to grow between 2022-2032. For your convenience, Northwood Tech can arrange to offer this diploma at a location near you.
Learn by doing.
Offered at various off-campus locations.
In-demand career.
Academics
This 180-hour technical diploma is offered at the Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake and Superior campuses.
Get Licensed
This course prepares students for all aspects of emergency medical care, both medical and trauma situations, licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
Career Pathways
After completing this program, you can build upon your education by completing Northwood Tech's Paramedic Technician associate degree or the EMT-Paramedic technical diploma.
Short Term Training
After completing this short 180-hour training, you'll be ready to enter a rewarding career as an Emergency Medical Technician.
Required Courses
These courses prepare students for all aspects of emergency medical care, both medical and trauma situations, sanctioned by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, at the basic level.
Emergency Medical Technician is Part of a Career Pathway
As an Emergency Medical Technician student at Northwood Tech, you can earn credentials each step of the way!
The EMT program is not embedded, but is a requirement for the Advanced EMT (AEMT) and Paramedic programs.
The AEMT program is not embedded, but can be taken as an optional level of training after the completion of the EMT program.
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Admissions and Tuition
Please see the details under the "Requirements and Application" section to get you started.
Tuition and Fees
Northwood Tech breaks down the cost of education, so you'll have a good idea of how much your education will cost.
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Cost of Attendance
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is an estimate of the costs that you may incur while attending Northwood Technical College.
Estimated Total Program Tuition 2024-25*
Emergency Medical Technician
5 Credits | 180 Hours
$893
*Tuition is an estimate and does not include any miscellaneous fees for various courses, books, supplies or uniforms, and certification exam fees. Program book costs are in addition to tuition and fees and vary depending on course selection and where the books are purchased or rented.
After the Northwood Tech Emergency Medical Technician Program
Students who successfully complete the program, with a program plan GPA of 2.0 or better, will be eligible to take the National Registry of EMT's cognitive and psychomotor examinations for Emergency Medical Technician level of certification.
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Transfer Center
Transfer your Northwood Tech credits to a four-year college to earn your bachelor's degree and beyond.
Career Outlooks
Northwood Tech's graduates experience success. Learn more about the types of careers you can get after graduation.
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Professional Licensure and/or Certification Information
Northwood Tech’s EMT technical diploma is designed to prepare students to meet the educational requirements for licensure to be employed/practice in the state of Wisconsin and Minnesota. The College has not determined and does not guarantee its required courses meet the requirements for preparation, examination, or licensure in states/territories other than Wisconsin and Minnesota as documented on the licensure and certification disclosure webpage. Students who may be seeking professional licensure or certification in states/territories other than Wisconsin or Minnesota should contact the appropriate licensing board in the state to verify that the Northwood Tech program meets licensure or certification requirements. To be eligible for testing and/or licensing in the state of Wisconsin or Minnesota, you may be required to obtain a social security number.
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