What will I learn in this program?
This program will help you prepare for the Emergency Medical Technician examination and to apply to the Arizona Department of Health Services, Office of Emergency Medical Services for certification as an EMT.
Typical Classes:
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.
Time to completion, taking classes full-time:
Taking classes full-time, you can complete this 12-credit certificate in one semester.
Career Options:
This certificate will help you prepare for employment as a technician in the emergency medical services field.
Department/Contact Information:
For more information about this certificate or its requirements, please call the Public Safety Institute at (928) 317-6452.
Revised 10/05/2009
