Emergency Medical Technician
Overview
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program is designed to provide instruction to individuals desiring to provide medical care at the Emergency Medical Technician level, a vital link in the health care team chain. Participants will have the opportunity to gain special skills, knowledge, and teamwork concepts necessary for gaining certification and practicing as an EMT in the State of Kansas. This program will offer students preparation to test for the industry-recognized credentials listed below.
Entrance Requirements: For dual-credit high school students, submission of an application, official partial transcript, and consent to enroll form are required. Adult (postsecondary) students must complete an application and submit an official copy of all transcripts. Please see an admissions counselor for details. Students must meet one of the following requirements to enroll in this program: 1) be at least 18 years old, or 2) be at least 17 years old and have completed EMR or have permission of the instructor.
The Health Occupations Division has partnered with Verified Credentials, LLC to track student health clearance records and conduct background checks and drug screens. Failure to submit any of the requested documentation by the designated due date will prevent a student from continuing with the program. Students may not participate in any clinical practicums without being compliant with all health clearance requirements. Some clinical sites have more stringent requirements; students placed at those sites will be expected to meet such requirements. Once a clinical site is identified, if there are additional requirements, students will work with course coordinators to ensure compliance.
Program Information
- Program Start (semesters): August; January; Summer
- Financial Aid available (for post-secondary students only): No
- Veteran Benefits Eligible (for post-secondary students only): Yes
- Industry-recognized credentials: KS EMT Certification; National Registry Exam EMT Certification; CPR