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Emergency Medical Technician
Overview
The Emergency Medical Technician course provides an introduction to Emergency Medical Care. Modules of training will include: medical/legal terminology, roles and responsibilities of an EMT, documentation and communication, anatomy and physiology of the human body systems, lifting and moving techniques, basic and advanced airway management, medical and trauma patient assessments, emergencies and treatments, use of assisted medications and IV maintenance, bleeding control and shock, use of immobilization devices, obstetrical/childbirth and pediatric emergencies, ambulance operations, hazardous materials, mass casualty and triage. This course consists of 110 didactic hours, 55 hours of lab, and a minimum of 12 hours and 5 patient contacts.
Degrees & Certificates Offered
JOB & SALARY OUTLOOK
- Program Director: Craig Jacobus, EMSI, NRP, D.C., 531-622-3004
- Lead Instructor – Day Class: Kevin Laughlin, NRP, EMSI
- Lead Instructor – Evening Class: Steven Newberry, NRP, EMSI
- Clinical Field Coordinator: Fred McMains, NRP, EMSI
If you have questions regarding the class, please contact the program director at the email provided above or at 531-622-3004. If you are ready to get started with the application process, please call 531-622-2400 to schedule your advising appointment with a Success Navigator or Academic Advisor. You can also use this link to help navigate your next steps: https://www.mccneb.edu/Prospective-Students.
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