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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:

    The 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/

    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: Upcoming start dates: June, 3, 2024, Sept 2024
    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: Danielle Morales
    Telephone: 413-755-4893
    Email: dmorales0002@stcc.edu
    Program code: STCC-IH-VT-EMT
    ABAWD Qualifying? No