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Summer EMT

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Program Information

Time to Degree
10 weeks

Start Date
Late May

How You'll Learn

On Campus
Daytime

Program Overview
Program Cost

Get the training you need to become a licensed EMT in this accelerated 10-week summer program.

Emergency medical services providers are the first to respond to emergency calls. In this program, develop the skills and knowledge necessary to assess and manage all types of injuries and acute illnesses, while providing safe and rapid transport to a medical facility. Learn about airway management, bleeding and shock, emergency childbirth and automated defibrillation.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

Additional Estimated Costs

Any computer or tablet
External keyboard and durable case for tablet (recommended)
EMSTESTING Access: $50
Premium Planner software: $30
EMT Kit: $53
Immunizations/health requirements: up to $500
Drug screen: $50
Uniform: up to $200
Testing fee (NREMT certification): $200

View the full cost and supply list.

How To Apply

Follow the steps outlined below to complete the Emergency Medical Technician program:

Steps to Enter this Program and Become an EMT

Before You Register

Before you register, review:

Registration steps
Mandatory EMT health requirements
Total program cost estimate, including current health requirement pricing

Register for the EMT Program

View and register for upcoming sessions. Click the session title to view a detailed course schedule.

Please note, you must be at least 17 years old to take this class. Prospective certificate students do not need to complete an application for admission to WCTC.

Attend Program Expectation Session

Attend a mandatory program expectation session (selected during course registration).

Due on First Day of Class

Submit all mandatory health requirements through Viewpoint Screening.
Complete BLS Provider training or accepted equivalent.
Create an EMS E-licensing account with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

During the Program

Students in this program are expected to:

Adhere to the EMT attendance policy.
Attend two, four-hour clinical rotations at a healthcare facility (scheduled outside of class time).

After the EMT Program

Take the EMT National Registry Certification Exam. Skills testing can be completed at WCTC or any testing site. The written exam must be taken at a certified testing center.

After the Exam

Apply for the EMT State License. This licensure is required before being eligible to register in subsequent EMS licensure programs.

Program Details

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Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

Potential Careers

If you have a positive attitude, a desire to help others and can act quickly during stressful situations, a career in emergency medicine may be for you. EMTs must have good social skills, and act with empathy and humility. Solid communication and leadership skills are crucial, as EMTs need to assess and manage different situations.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

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Career Salaries

$26,000 – $30,000 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Lightcast. Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements. Find our graduates' entry wages in the most recent Graduate Success Report.

Financial Aid

This program does not qualify for financial aid.

What Makes This Program Unique

Upon program completion, students are prepared to take the National Registry examination to be licensed as an EMT-Basic in Wisconsin.
Gain extensive, hands-on practice with CPAP, cardiac monitoring, 12-lead and medication administration.
Learn the latest technology and standards from EMS professionals actively employed by area emergency departments.

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