Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Dual Credit Program

The EMT Level I Certificate Program offers initial training designed to prepare those who plan to work in the field of pre-hospital emergency medicine as an EMS provider, firefighter, industrial medical technician, safety technician, law enforcement or other areas in public services.

项目的结果

Demonstrate proficiency in cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in accordance with the current guidelines of the credentialing 机构.
应用 the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry.
Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.

的职业信息

According to the 2024 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Occupational Outlook the job outlook for Emergency Medical Technicians will increase 5% from 2022 – 2032 faster than the average for all occupations.

Lamar State 大学 Port Arthur's program is designed to support the local opportunities for Emergency Medical Technicians - Basic so that our students can enter the workforce 尽快. The DOL provides the estimated annual salary for Emergency Medical Technicians within Texas on average is $36,900. The salary may range dependent upon the city you are working in as well as certifications, additional skills, and years of experience in the profession.

应用

Recommended Program of Study
课程	Title	SCH
第一学期
杂志2301年	Anatomy and Physiology I (lecture)	3
杂志2101年	Anatomy and Physiology I (lab)	1
EMSP 1260	Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician	2
EMSP 1501	Emergency Medical Technician	5
希特1305	Medical Terminology I	3
总计		15

Is there a certification offered?

Upon successful completion of all courses, students are eligible to apply to take a national exam and the state certification examination through the Texas Department of State 健康服务. Additional requirements to be eligible to take the exams 可以申请.

What does an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic do?

An Emergency Medical Technician – Basic assesses injuries and administers basic medical 护理. May also transport injured or sick individuals to medical facilities.

How long does it take to complete my program?

The Emergency Medical Technician – Basic Program is a Level I Certificate program and can be completed in one semester.

We encourage students to get involved in our 盟军的健康 Society. 这个组织 joins the various programs represented in the 盟军的健康 Department into one united 集团. The 集团 seeks to promote a positive image of our various programs but more so serve our community through various volunteer opportunities available during the 学年.

Program pending approval of The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

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