Emergency Medical Technology
Do you enjoy caring for others? Are you interested in exploring a range of possibilities in the healthcare industry?
Get prepared to work in an out-of-hospital setting as an entry-level Emergency Medical Technician. Emphasis is placed on mastery of CPR, simple pharmacology for common medical emergencies, patient assessment, bandaging and splinting, and vehicle extrication. The course introduces the clinical component of EMT education, which is the minimum level of training required for work on a transporting ambulance.
Location: Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Credentials Earned
- EMT License
Articulated Credit Earned
Pursuing postsecondary education? See how your credits could carry over in Michigan:
Common Jobs and Salaries
What could I do after this class?
- Emergency Medical Technician: $39,382 (average annual salary)
What could I do with more formal learning?
- Paramedic: $48,567 (average annual salary)
- Registered ER Nurse: $81,600 (average annual salary)
Interested in this class? Learn more about the application process and talk with your high school counselor about enrolling.
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