Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program
Become an EMT
Seminole State's Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program can help you train as an EMT and get the skills needed to provide care to those in emergency situations.
The EMT program is level one training of Seminole State's Emergency Medical Services certificate program.
Upon Completion of Program
- Students will earn Seminole State's EMT-B Certificate (Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certificate) and become trained as an EMT.
Licensure and Certification
- Graduates may take the NREMT (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) Certification Exam to apply for Florida EMT certification and licensure.
- If you choose to become licensed in multiple states or practice in a different state, visit the NREMT website to view individual state licensing requirements.
Please note-State of Florida EMT certification is a prerequisite to advancing to Seminole State's Paramedic program.*
Overview
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Curriculum
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Admission
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Questions
For additional information and questions concerning the EMT program, contact the Public Safety department.
EMT-B Certificate Overview
This Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) Certificate program
- Prepares students for employment as an Emergency Medical Technician in the fire/rescue-based, private-based or hospital-based EMS delivery system.
- The EMT performs basic pre-hospital level skills and treat various medical trauma conditions using appropriate equipment and materials.
- Prepares students for Florida certification as EMT in accordance with Chapter 64-J of the Florida Administrative Code.
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate program has been approved by the Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. The curriculum adheres to the 209-U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Emergency Medical Technician National Education Standards.
*This is the initial level for a career in emergency medical services and the primary prerequisite for paramedic training and certification.