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Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
Begin Your Lifesaving Career with Our EMT Training Program
The EMT training program is the foundational step for those looking to become first responders in the emergency medical system. Offering emergency medical technician courses, this program equips students with the necessary skills to provide immediate care at accident scenes and during patient transport to hospitals, under the guidance of advanced medical personnel. EMT basic training covers essential emergency skills, including patient assessment and management of respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies. Before progressing to more advanced training, such as paramedic courses, students must achieve EMT certification.
Accredited EMT Certification: Excellence in Emergency Medical Training
The program is accredited by the State of Ohio, Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Medical Services (OH-22).
Course goals and objectives are based on the Ohio Administrative Code Rule 4765-15-05, as well as the National Standard Curriculum. For those searching for "EMT training near me," our EMT certification classes offer a direct path to becoming a vital part of the emergency medical services system.
Join us for an information session to learn more about the program
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Classes two days a week
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Hospital and EMS exposure during clinicals
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Online Anatomy & Physiology Prehospital Provider course meets State of Ohio requirement for entering Paramedic Program
Leading EMT Certification Classes: Where Training Meets Preparedness
State Guidelines for EMT Certification and Renewal
All fifty states require EMT’s and paramedics to be certified. In most states, certificate renewal is required every two to three years, and EMT’s and paramedics must take refresher training courses or complete continuing education requirements. Many states restrict certification based on an individual’s criminal history.
What does the EMT program cost?
$2150 (includes all textbooks and Pre-Hospital Provider Anatomy and Physiology course)*
$1650 (includes all textbooks; if already successfully completed a post-secondary Anatomy and Physiology course)*
*Does not include cost for mandatory Health Screening Requirements (CastleBranch)
This program is not financial aid eligible.
Get Started on Your Path to Becoming an EMT
If you're looking for EMT training in Northwest Ohio that offers comprehensive emergency medical technician courses, look no further. Mercy College is here to guide you through every step of your EMT basic training and beyond. Contact us today to learn more about our program and how you can start your journey to becoming a certified Emergency Medical Technician.
What is a non-credit certificate?
The EMT certificate program courses begin in the fall (August) and spring (January) semesters and is one semester (15 weeks) in length. EMT program courses are held two days a week.