Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Technical Diploma — Oak Creek and Mequon Campuses

Program code: 30-531-3

Overview — The Emergency Medical Technician - Basic program is designed to prepare you for a career in the emergency services field. It also can be used to enhance the level of your existing skills if you are already a member of the emergency services field. This program helps you gain the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to become a competent, productive and valuable member of the emergency medical services team. The program also provides instruction in the State of Wisconsin Basic curriculum. Successful completion of the program with a grade of "C" or better will prepare you to participate in the National Registry Examination. Upon passing the National Registry Examination, students become candidates for certification and licensure in the state of Wisconsin.

Career Outlook — The field of pre-hospital emergency medical care is an evolving and critical profession that is essential to the health, safety and general quality of life for the communities served. As an EMT certified in Basic, you will work side-by-side with other health care professionals to deliver critical professional pre-hospital emergency medical care. The opportunities within the medical services field are growing steadily.

Career Preparation and Expected Learning Outcomes — Employers expect that as a program graduate you would be able to:

• Work under stress
• Function as a member of the pre-hospital emergency medical care team
• Be able to perform patient assessments and communicate observations to other emergency medical personnel
• Possess knowledge and skills in methods designed to begin emergency medical treatment when necessary
• Have knowledge and skills associated with stabilization and transport of  injured or ill patients 

Preparation for Admission — The following are required for admission to the program:

• Age 17 and over
• High school diploma or GED is recommended

Students must not have any disabilities that would prevent them from being able to perform an accurate and immediate assessment of a patient in medical intervention. Students also must be able to physically perform the test modules of the National Registry Examination to gain certification.

Future Opportunities — Several career and employment opportunities exist in both the private and public sectors. After completion of the EMT-Basic program and state certification, students may progress into the certifications of IV Technician and Paramedic.

Possible Careers:

Private Ambulance Service
Private and Public Hospitals with Emergency Rooms
Private Industrial/Manufacturing Firms
Private Security (many companies require security agents be certified EMTs)
Fire Departments at County and Municipal levels  (both paid and volunteer agencies) 

Related Programs:

Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement
Fire Protection Technician

For more information, call:
Oak Creek Campus, 414-571-4500
Mequon Campus, 262-238-2300

Curriculum effective 2008-2009.

Hours per Week: r = related, s = shop

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

For course descriptions, times, locations or to register online, visit INFOnline.