Microcredential in
Emergency Medical Technician Preparation
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY 14203
Face to Face
Delivery
1 Semester
Estimated time to complete
9.9 CEUs
Continuing education units
$2,475.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Gain the essential skills and compassion you need to come to the aid of those in need with this EMT qualification microcredential. Successful completion of this microcredential will prepare you to take the New York State Bureau of Emergency Medical Services certification exam and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician's Exam. Upon passing the NYS EMT exam, you can begin working on an ambulance in NYS. Successful completion of this microcredential also prepares you for continued study.
A face to face microcredential from Erie Community College (9.9 CEUs). Registration is completed with Erie Community College. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
Section 3:
Full
What you can earn
Emergency Medical Technician Preparation Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)
Skills covered
Splinting
Bleeding Control
Spinal Motion Restriction
Basic Pharmacology
Epi-Pen
Narcan
Metered Dose Inhaler
Nebulized Albuterol
Nitroglycerin
Basic Airway Management
Oxygen Skills
Triage
Mass Casualty Incidents
National Incident Command
OSHA Infectious Disease Control
American Heart Association CPR/AED
New York State Bureau of Emergency Medical Services EMT certification
Career outlook
Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician
Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.