Emergency Medical Technician Program

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What is an EMT?

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will enjoy the benefit of truly making a difference in a patient’s life. The EMT is an integral part of the prehospital healthcare field providing care for sick or injured patients in an emergency medical setting. People’s lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care provided by the EMT. Equally as important is the care the EMT provides for non-emergent patients needing ambulance transport to medical appointments, treatments, etc.

Becoming an EMT is a great stepping stone to many great career opportunities. After a student certifies as an EMT, many will go on to careers in Emergency Medical Services such as the fire service, law enforcement, paramedic, nursing, physician assistant, etc.

Work with our guidance counselors to explore how EMT Academy can equip you for your career goals. Regardless of your experience or current employment, we offer a direct hire work opportunity that waives 100% of your tuition and provides for a $500 employment bonus.

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Course Snapshot

Duration: 4 Months

Starts: January, May, September

Type: In-person instructor-led classes and a hands-on clinical session.

Schedule Options:
1. Every Tuesday & Thursday, 8 AM – 12 PM
2. Every Tuesday & Thursday, 6 PM – 10 PM
*All classes will also meet on one Saturday per month, 8 AM – 5 PM

Work Study: If you don’t have current employment or want to make a change, we offer paid full-time work in our field to all of our EMT program students. Enjoy a reliable income while learning on the job and completing your EMT certification.

Free Tuition: Students that graduate our program are offered a position as an EMT at National Ambulance. If you accept this role, 100% of your program tuition is waived and you receive a $500 signing bonus.

Cost: If you choose to not have your tuition waived by joining our team after your certification, the program cost is $1,400, all-inclusive.
• Administrative: $300
• Tuition: $1,100

Location: 55 Main Street, Suite 200, Chicopee, MA 01020

Accreditation: Our program is accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

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Tuition

Includes:

Base tuition for our classroom component
Textbooks
Online learning management system
CPR certification
EMT Academy uniform shirts
Student ID badge
Background check
Liability insurance
Scheduling for clinical and field internships
Practical examination

Cost

Students that graduate our EMT program are offered a position as an EMT at National Ambulance. If you accept this role, 100% of your program tuition is waived and you receive a $500 signing bonus. If you do not graduate or choose not to accept this role, the cost of the program is $1,400.

Financial Aid

Scholarships and financial aid are available to qualified candidates. We offer payment plans to qualified individuals. These may be discussed with one of our guidance counselors, or during your information session.

Work Study

Whether you’re currently employed or not, all of our EMT program students are offered paid, full-time work in our field with National Ambulance. This is a great option for a steady income and extra field experience while you complete your EMT certification.

Initial Deposit

When reserving a seat in our EMT program, the initial deposit of $300 is a non-refundable administrative fee and may accompany this enrollment application. Seats are filled in the order that deposits are received.
Initial Deposit Payment Options Include: Credit Card (AmEx, Visa, Mastercard, Discover)
Remaining Tuition May be Paid by:
- Cash, Personal Check, Company Check, Bank Check, Money Order
- Our Employment Bridge Program

Remaining Balance

The remaining balance of $1,100 must be paid in full on the first day of class unless student:

Is participating in our Bridge Program for employment or
Is exercising our payment plan

Refund Policy

If program enrollment is terminated (including voluntary resignation, illness, suspension, or involuntary resignation or dismissal) within 30 days of the program start date, a maximum of 30% of the total tuition costs may be refunded. Refunds outside of this window, or to students on a payment plan, are not available.

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Information

Admission Requirements
This course has been developed for all individuals desiring to perform emergency medical care as an EMT. No prior experience or training is required for the course applicant. In order to be eligible for the state EMT certification examination, the applicant must be:
- 18 years of age
- Able to read, understand and communicate in English
- Free from addiction to alcohol or any drug
- Free from any physical or mental defect or disease which might impair his/her ability to provide emergency care within the scope of the EMT’s training and responsibilities, or which might jeopardize the health of another member of the class.
Certification Process

EMT Academy’s EMT course is designed to prepare our students for the psychomotor skills (practical) evaluation administered by the Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS), as well as the cognitive (written) examination administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). Once a candidate has successfully completed our course and passed each of the tests they can then apply to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for their EMT certification by filling out an application and paying the required fee.
Course Preparation

The EMT course is a fast-paced and demanding academic challenge. It requires you to do additional studying outside of the classroom while in the course (these hours vary from student to student).

EMT Academy expects our students to commit to being successful by studying, participating in class discussions, and being prepared for class on a daily basis. In return, you can expect that our faculty will accommodate your needs as a student and that we will develop quality educational programs, study tips, and classroom presentations to assist you in becoming successful in our course.
Course Requirements

Computer Requirements

EMT Academy recommends that this course be taken using a conventional laptop or desktop computer. Tablets and phones are compatible with some of the online components of the course but do have limitations and you will not be able to complete all the aspects of the online course work without the use of a computer.

Internet Access

Access codes to our online learning management system will be distributed to students at the course orientation. Reliable internet access is required while attending our course, as this will allow you easily access the course homework, testing, grades, etc.

Dress Code

EMT Academy will provide uniform shirts required for the course and clinical rotations. Students are required to be in uniform while in class, during skills sessions, and during the clinical phase. Further details of our dress code will be discussed at the course orientation.

Medical Supplies

Each student will be supplied a vital signs kit, including a blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, and a penlight. These kits will be available for purchase at course orientation. You must also have a watch with the capability of recording seconds for vital signs labs.

Background Checks

EMT Academy requires all students to pass a CORI check
Employment Opportunities

EMT Academy offers a Bridge Program for employment with National Ambulance that provides each qualified student with an opportunity for employment.

EMT Academy teaches to the National Registry Standards and the students will test with the National Registry to be certified as an EMT. National Registry is recognized in every state in the United States as a basis for licensure.
Program Overview
EMT Academy is an accredited training institution under the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health Office of Emergency Medical Services. EMT Academy Emergency Medical Technician Training Program is a comprehensive training course designed to prepare students to successfully pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certifying exam.

Classes include:
- small group discussions
- simulation/scenarios
- practical skills stations
- lectures
Students will complete field time rotations designed to give students a first-hand experience. Students will ride along and observe in real-world scenarios. Students will also complete CPR certification which is provided during the course.

After successful completion of the course, students will be eligible to take the NREMT EMT practical and written examinations
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