Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 6
Last Re-Certification Date: 10/27/2023
Program Description
This program is designed for students and professionals who have an interest or are currently employed in the field of fire science or the emergency medical field. Introduction to the study of pre-hospital care as it relates to patient assessment, treatments and transportation to the hospital. After successful completion of the National Registry of EMT's (NREMT) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) objectives and requirements, the student is allowed to challenge the NREMT Certification exam, which upon passing, Nationally Certifies and IDPH Licenses the student as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Established in 1980
CIP: 51-0904 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
College Of DuPage
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292042 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NREMT and IDPH
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
License, Community College Certificate of Completion
16 Weeks ( 240.00 Hours / 10.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,440.00 |
| Books | $400.00 |
| Fees | $277.00 |
| Tests | $104.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $175.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,396.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Book and lab fees are estimates. A College of DuPage admission application is required. Please contact the program coordinator for additional questions or information.**Weeks completion dates based on attendance during fall and spring semesters only**
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Reading - College Level
- Writing - College Level
- Other - Background Check
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 6
Last Re-Certification Date: 10/27/2023
Program Description
This program is designed for students and professionals who have an interest or are currently employed in the field of fire science or the emergency medical field. Introduction to the study of pre-hospital care as it relates to patient assessment, treatments and transportation to the hospital. After successful completion of the National Registry of EMT's (NREMT) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) objectives and requirements, the student is allowed to challenge the NREMT Certification exam, which upon passing, Nationally Certifies and IDPH Licenses the student as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Established in 1980
CIP: 51-0904 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Provider Information
College Of DuPage
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292042 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NREMT and IDPH
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
License, Community College Certificate of Completion
16 Weeks ( 240.00 Hours / 10.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,440.00 |
| Books | $400.00 |
| Fees | $277.00 |
| Tests | $104.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $175.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,396.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Book and lab fees are estimates. A College of DuPage admission application is required. Please contact the program coordinator for additional questions or information.**Weeks completion dates based on attendance during fall and spring semesters only**
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Reading - College Level
- Writing - College Level
- Other - Background Check
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes