Program Description
The Emergency Medical Technician Certificate prepares graduates for jobs where certification is required by statute such as ambulance attendant, as well as other jobs where emergency medical skills are required. EMT-Basic is approved by the Colorado State Department of Health. Upon successful completion of the EMT Certificate program, students will then be eligible to take the National Registry computer-based exam. Students that successfully complete the National Registry exams can then apply to the State of Colorado, EMS Division for State Certification.
Certificate Prerequisites
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Attend mandatory orientation. Orientation dates will be emailed to students, program policies, uniforms, equipment, student badges, and supplies will be covered.
- Complete and pass a Colorado Community College System Healthcare program background check. The criminal background check is to be completed within 90 days of the first day of the program.
- Pass a 10-panel drug screen.
Although possession and use of marijuana is no longer a crime in the State of Colorado, the possession and use of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Consistent with federal law, including the Controlled Substances Act and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, the use and/or possession of marijuana continues to be prohibited for students seeking admission or enrolled in a health program at Morgan Community College. Therefore, a student with a drug screen showing positive for use of marijuana is ineligible for admission and/or continuance in the program. - Proof of compliance requirements are submitted through an online record tracking systems. Which includes, at a minimum:
- Proof of current immunizations, annual influenza vaccinations, and annual tuberculosis testing.
- Valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card.
- Driving record submission from the DMV.
- Purchase of student malpractice and liability insurance through the MCC College Store.
- Proof of workers compensation form.
Other Requirements
- Minimum grade of "C" for each course
- Minimum cumulative MCC GPA of 2.0 to graduate
(Remedial/Developmental level courses do not apply) - 25% of the credits in this program must be taken at MCC
Total Credits
10