Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Medical Technician
Certificate Description
The Emergency Medical Technician program provides students with the training necessary to become licensed as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT or Advanced EMT) through the State of Utah as well as the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge and abilities in the following areas:
- Basic human anatomy and physiology
- Patient assessment of the medical and trauma patient
- Airway management and oxygen administration
- BLS resuscitation with an AED
- Bandaging and splinting
- Emergency childbirth
- Shock management
- Medication administration
Students will receive instruction in both a classroom setting as well as a lab. Following successful completion of the program, graduates will be recommended to sit for the licensure exam. This program supports the Bridgerland Technical College mission to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and hands-on technical education to the Bear River Region.
Licensing:
- Successfully complete state-approved course.
- Complete application at https://www.emslicense.utah.gov within 30 days of course start date.
- Pay fees.
- Submit DACS fingerprints for criminal background check (one time requirement).
- Successfully complete the state-approved National Registry cognitive and psychomotor exams.
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Additional Requirements
Students must have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent, be 18 years old, and have a current BLS Provider CPR certification. To participate in some clinical sites, additional immunizations may be required (see immunization download). A non-refundable $50 background check fee is required and must be completed before class begins.
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Employment Outlook
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
Summer Registration Begins July 1 For Courses Starting After That Date
| Class Date | Day | Time | Code | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 8 - Nov 22 | M W F | 6 - 10 pm | EMSR 1201 01 LC | $1035 |
| Aug 16 - Nov 19 | M W F | 8:30 am - 12:30 pm (minus "A" shift days) | EMSR 2201 01 LC (prerequisite: EMSR 1201) | $1035 |
Students are required to pay tuition and fees at the time of registration.
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A Little About Bridgerland Technical College
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced methodologies.
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Hours of Operation
Logan Campus - Main
Telephone: 435-753-6780
Student Services
Monday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am - 4 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
Brigham City Branch Campus
Telephone: 435-734-0614
Student Services
Monday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 7:30 am - 3 pm
Sat/Sun: Closed
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Logan Campus - Main (Office)
1301 North 600 West
Logan, UT 84321
Toll Free: 866-701-1100
Local: 435-753-6780
TDD: 800-346-4128
Fax: 435-752-2016