What can you do with this certificate?
This certificate will help you prepare for employment as a technician in the emergency medical services field.
What will you learn in this program?
This program will help you prepare for the EMT examination and to apply to the Arizona Department of Health Services, Office of Emergency Medical Services for certification as an EMT.
What can you look forward to in this program?
Basic Emergency Medical Technology
You will learn about all techniques of emergency care currently considered as responsibilities of the Emergency Medical Technician. Skills are developed in recognizing signs and symptoms of illness and injury and proper procedures of emergency care. Includes study of anatomy, physiology, triage, patient assessment, and stabilization of patients.
How long will it take you to complete this degree?
Taking classes full-time, you can complete this 12-credit certificate in one semester.
What classes do you need to take to fulfill the degree requirements?
For a current checklist of the courses required for this program, go online www.azwestern.edu/counseling/list or contact a counselor by calling the Counseling Office at 344-7624. A counselor is available to meet with you about your educational goals.
Who can you call to find out more information about the program?
For more information about this degree or its requirements, please call the School of Career and Technical Education at (928) 344-7651.
Revised 10/2008
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