Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
1. Course Objective:
Description: The Emergency Medical Technician program prepares individuals to recognize, assess, and manage medical emergencies in the pre-hospital environment. This program will develop the student's confidence, knowledge, and skills in performing critical assessment and management of patients with medical and trauma-related life threats. It also focuses on the development of an EMT’s critical role as a team member during patient crisis situations. This program includes instruction in emergency medical services, medical, legal and ethical issues, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, patient assessment and treatment, and emergency medical services operations.
Competencies to be achieved: To recognize, assess and manage medical emergencies in the pre-hospital environment
- Emergency medical services
- Medical, legal and ethical issues
- Pharmacology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Medical terminology
- Patient assessment and treatment
- Emergency medical services operations
2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $ 2947
3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): Emergency Care 14th Edition
4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): DPS Level I Fingerprint Card - $70.00, Books, Uniform (2 polos, black pants, close-toed shoes), Drug Screening, My Clinical Exchange, BP Cuff Kit, National Registry of EMT Written, AZ Licensure.
5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Tiffany Lambert
Email: tlambert@evit.edu
Phone number: 480-461-4156
6. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.evit.edu/career-training/programs/emt
7. Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Level 1 fingerprint clearance
Other requirements needed: Proficiency in Basic Reading and Math Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card (must remain current during the timeframe of the program)
8. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes - Once completed students can sit for the NREMT License
Career Pathway: Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Room Tech, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Medical School Prerequisites, Paramedic
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Licensure can be transferred from state to state.
Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: NEMT https://www.nremt.org/Document/EMT-Full-Education-Program
9. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 29%
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
12
Hours
180
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
East Valley Institute of Technology
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
1601 W Main Street., Mesa, Arizona
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
Emergency Medical Technicians
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
This Program Qualifies for
- VA Benefits
- Tribal Funds
- Scholarships
- Affordable Payment Plans Available
- For any financial assistance questions, please reach out to our
Financial Aid Office at adultfinancialaid@evit.edu or visit our EVIT Financial Aid Website Link
Refund Policy
EVIT 25/26 Post Secondary Course Catalog
Please see pg. 24-5 of the course catalog for EVIT's official refund policy.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Commission of the Council on Occupational Education
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$1,800.00 Includes course instruction
Other Fees
$690.00 DPS Level I Fingerprint Card - $70.00, Books, Uniform (2 polos, black pants, close toed shoes), Drug Screening, My Clinical Exchange, BP Cuff Kit, National Registry of EMT Written, AZ Licensure
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,800.00 Includes course instruction
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$457.00 *Supply Fees Include: Student ID Badge, Lab Fee Consumable Supplies, NREMT Skills Testing, NREMT Written Testing
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,947.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,947.00
