HO 159 - Emergency Medical Technician

    Recent Professors
    K. Lopez, V. Plambeck, S. Smith
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    6
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of HO 159
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    A study of basic prehospital emergency medicine to meet State of California requirements for EMT training. Students will learn to properly assess, stabilize, treat, and transport patients experiencing medical and trauma emergencies in the prehospital setting. This course includes clinical observation experience with an ambulance service and in a hospital emergency department. Course completion will allow students to take the National Registry examination for EMT certification. Note: Requirements include: Proof of communicable disease immunity; background check clearance; urine drug screening; and American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Safety & Health Institute BLS, or equivalent CPR certification. Off-campus meetings are required. Must be 18 years old to be eligible for National Registry and state certification. May take the state certification exam within two years of course completion. Fees for National Registry testing and state certification are additional.
    Usually Held
    Fri 4:30pm–9:30pm, Sat 7:30am–12:30pm, Mon Tue 5:30pm–8:00pm, Mon Tue 8:10pm–9:35pm