EMT
This interactive course is designed to teach the foundational aspects of emergency medical care required for an EMT, including airway management, patient communication, trauma and medical patient assessment and care for sick and injured patients of all ages. 12-lead ECG placement, hazardous material awareness and major incident operations will also be discussed. At the successful conclusion of this course student will be eligible to sit for the National Registry Exam leading to EMT certification and state licensure.
This course is offered in both face-to-face classroom format as well as an online (Hybrid) format. Lab is concurrent with lecture.
Do you need help paying for this course? You may be eligible for GAP Assistance. Contact Heather Bloomquist at hbloomquist@southeast.edu to find out more and apply.
Employment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics is projected to grow 7% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations. Emergencies, such as car crashes, natural disasters, and acts of violence, will continue to require the skills of EMTs and paramedics.
The median annual wage for EMTs in Nebraska was $34,320 in May 2018. Average hourly salary is $14-$16.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, EMTs and Paramedics, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/emts-and-paramedics.htm
- Set aside 8-10 hours per week to study and read the material in the textbook
- Be on time for class
- Be an active part of classroom and lab activities
- Get plenty of rest and strive for a healthy diet
- Develop study groups or an accountability partner outside of class
- Be willing to critique other classmates and accept their comments to improve your performance
- Develop a method of retaining information (notes, drawings, flashcards, etc.)
This course will:
- Equip students to competently perform the duties expected of an entry level EMT.
- Equip students to pass the National Registry of EMTs certification cognitive and psychomotor exam and be eligible to apply for state licensure.
- Prepare the student to recognize the nature and seriousness of a patient’s condition based on assessment findings.
- Prepare the student to administer appropriate medical treatment to a programmed patient in a scenario setting using critical thinking, skills, and assessment techniques learned in class.
- Prepare the student to lift, move, position, and otherwise handle a patient to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury.
- Prepare the student to function safely and legally in an emergency medical situation.
- Prepare the students to perform skills expected of an EMT in a manner that is safe for the patient and the EMT.
There are no pre-requisites for the EMT course. However, after the start of the course, the student will be required to complete the following:
- Obtain a CPR certification at the Healthcare Provider level
- Complete a criminal background check
- Submit to a drug-screen
Uniforms are required for class and lab (Shirts will be provided once the uniforms have been ordered)
Students must register for both the lecture and lab. Lectures and lab held face-to-face at SCC’s Lincoln campus at 8800 O St. unless otherwise noted.
Fall 2024
Lecture
EMT Emergency Medical Tech
Aug. 19-Dec. 11, 2024
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Time: 6-8:55 p.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 125
EMTL-1305L-LN01
EMT Emergency Medical Tech
Aug. 19-Dec. 11, 2024
Days: Monday, Wednesday
Time: 9-11:55 a.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 202
EMTL-1305L-LN03
EMT Emergency Medical Tech
Aug. 19-Dec. 11, 2024
Online Course
Web
EMTL-1305-WB01
EMT Emergency Medical Tech
Aug. 19-Dec. 11, 2024
Online Course
Web
EMTL-1305-WB02
Labs
EMT Lab
Aug. 20-Dec. 10, 2024
Days: Tuesday
Time: 6-9:55 p.m.
Nebraska City Learning Center, ARR
EMTL-1305L-NC11
EMT Lab
Aug. 20-Dec. 12, 2024
Days: Tuesday, Thursday
Time: 9-11:55 a.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 206
EMTL-1305L-LN02
EMT Lab
Aug. 21-Dec. 11, 2024
Days: Wednesday
Time: 1-4:55 p.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 130
EMTL-1305L-LN02
EMT Lab
Aug. 23-Dec. 13, 2024
Days: Friday
Time: 8-11:55 a.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 130
EMTL-1305L-LN12
EMT Lab
Aug. 24-Dec. 7, 2024
Days: Every Other Saturday
Time: 8 a.m.-4:55 p.m.
Hebron Learning Center, ARR
EMTL-1305L-HN11
EMT Lab
Aug. 24-Dec. 12, 2024
Days: Thursday
Time: 6-9:55 p.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 130
EMTL-1305L-LN13
EMT Lab
Aug. 31-Dec. 7, 2024
Days: Every Other Saturday
Time: 8 a.m.-4:55 p.m.
Health Sciences Building, Room 130
EMTL-1305L-LN15
Does this course qualify me to be a licensed EMT?
Yes, with the successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to sit for
the National Registry of EMT certification exam and apply for a state EMT license.
During this course, will I be doing any clinical or ride time?
Yes, students are required to attend at least 20 clinical hours on an ambulance and
in an ER setting.
Can I do my clinical time with my local volunteer fire department?
SCC is required to have a legal contract with any agency used by our students for
clinical experience. We try to contract with agencies that are full time and will
provide the possibility of the most patient encounters. A list of the departments
and agencies used for clinicals will be provided prior to students signing up for
shifts.
What if I have a conviction on my record, can I still be an EMT?
Obtaining a Medical license with a criminal history can be very difficult, if not
impossible. Both the National Registry of EMTs and the State of Nebraska will have
to approve you (usually requiring some investigation and review of your case) before
you will be allowed to obtain a National certification or a state EMT license. These
situations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If a conviction shows up on your
criminal background check at the beginning of class, it could result in the inability
to complete the clinical requirements and pass the course.