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Springfield Technical Community College
  • One Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01102-9000
  • 413-781-7822
  • Vocational Skills Training
Emergency Medical Technican (EMT)
Program activities:

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a non-credit course that covers all emergency medical concepts and techniques currently considered to be within the responsibilities of the EMT-Basic (EMT-B) providing emergency care in a pre-hospital setting as set forth by the Office of Emergency Medical Services for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. This course meets or exceeds course requirements established by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services. The course will also cover topics related to future trends and care methodologies in emergency medicine.

Program Outline:

  • Introduction to Emergency Care Training and Legal Aspects
  • Airway Obstruction, Respiratory Arrest, and Cardiac Arrest
  • Mechanical Aids to Breathing and Resuscitation
  • Bleeding, Shock, Traumatic Injuries, and Wound Care
  • Fractures of the Upper and Lower Extremities and Neck and Back Injuries
  • Medical Emergencies and Assisted Medications, Behavioral and Environmental Emergencies
  • Obstetrics and Gynecological, Pediatric and Elderly Emergencies
  • Patient Handling, Extrication, Communications, and Terrorism

EMT Skills Include:

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automatic External Defibrillation
  • Patient Assessment and Wound Care
  • Splinting and Neck/Back Immobilization
  • Oxygen Therapy and Resuscitation Techniques
  • Patient Handling and General Knowledge of the Ambulance

For more information about this program visit: https://www.stcc.edu/wdc/descriptions/wemt-001-emergency-medical-technician-emt/

For questions or interest in our current or future programs, please complete our Workforce Development Program Inquiry Form, and one of our Recruitment and Retention Specialists will contact you promptly.

 

Program is offered in: English
Participant demographics:

Adults at least 18 years of age within 3 weeks of the class start date with a valid email address and regular access to a computer.

Anticipated number of SNAP participants per year: 6
Total hours: 12
Program duration: 9 weeks
Rolling Admission: No
Number of cycles: 3
Program start dates: January 21, 2025 January 25, 2025 June 10, 2025 June 14, 2025
Sample schedule:
HoursActivity TypeMonTueWedThuFriSatSun
8AM - 12PMClass and labs
9AM - 5PMClass and labs
Is the program offered remotely? Hybrid
Is public transportation available? Yes

Location information:

One Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01102-9000Accessible via public transportation
Program requirements: High school diploma/GED/HiSET, Immunizations/Health Records
Program is CORI friendly? Yes
Anticipated outcomes: Emergency Medical Technician Certificate (EMT)
Other outcomes: Stackable Credential(s), Employment/Promotion, Basic skills gain, Industry skills gain

Participant Supports:

Participant Support CategoryAll participantsAs needed
DTA SNAP Child Care Referral
DTA SNAP Transportation Support
Test/License Fees
Books/Supplies
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant? No
Do participants receive any pay? Not applicable

Contact Information

Program Liaison: Lillian Ortiz
Telephone: 413-755-5130
Program code: STCC-IH-VT-EMT
ABAWD Qualifying? No