Emergency Medical Services

1 semester

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The Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMS-B) program is designed to prepare individuals to provide basic healthcare assistance at the scene of the illness or traumatic injury. EMT classes are offered day and evening hours. The Basic Level can be completed in one semester. The faculty is committed to providing academic and clinical learning experiences that will enable the student to develop the necessary knowledge, attitudes, and skills required of the EMT. Many graduates are employed by the Birmingham area Fire, Rescue and Ambulance Services. Some graduates use the knowledge and skills they obtain to prepare them to serve their communities in Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services. Program graduates are awarded a short certificate and are eligible for consideration to take the National Registry of EMT Basic Examination which is used by the State of Alabama Department of Public Health to grant an EMT-Basic license. The program is approved by the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and the Alabama Department of Public Health.Back to top

Admission Criteria:
1. Meet all institutional requirements and be accepted at the college.
2. ORI101 or ORI101T Orientation to College is required
3. Meet the Essential Functions or Technical Standards required by EMS.

NOTE:  No Application is required to enroll in this program.

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For EMS 118/119 (EMT Basic)

Year	Students passing the class	NREMT Exam
2023	71%	0%
2024	92%	57%
2025	71%	57%

 

For EMS 155/156 (Advanced EMT)

Year	Students passing the class	NREMT Exam
2025	100%	0%

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