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Emergency Medical Technician Training

Learn what emergency medical technicians do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

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What you’ll learn in Emergency Medical Technician training

A practical, general introduction to the emergency medical technician job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as perform a primary assessment on a trauma patient and use an AED during CPR, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 10 hours, $89.99.

  • Tuition
    $89.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    10 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what an emergency medical technician does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential emergency medical technician terms correctly
  • Walk through perform a primary assessment on a trauma patient, use an AED during CPR, and apply a tourniquet step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as NREMT EMT certification

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 10 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Emergency Medical Technician Role50 min
  • What emergency medical technicians do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job35 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Emergency Medical Technician Vocabulary1 hr
  • Key term: NREMT
  • Key term: Scene size-up
  • Key term: Primary assessment
  • Key term: SAMPLE history
  • Key term: OPQRST
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities1 hr
  • Respond to 911 calls and assess scene safety
  • Perform patient assessments and take vital signs
  • Provide CPR, AED use, oxygen therapy and airway management
  • Control bleeding, bandage wounds and splint fractures
  • Assist patients with certain medications within EMT scope
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step2 hr 10 min
  • How to perform a primary assessment on a trauma patient
  • How to use an AED during CPR
  • How to apply a tourniquet
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology50 min
  • Automated external defibrillator (AED)
  • Bag-valve mask (BVM) and oropharyngeal airways
  • Oxygen cylinders and nonrebreather masks
  • Stretchers and stair chairs
  • Tourniquets and trauma dressings
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr 10 min
  • Always size up the scene and wait for law enforcement when a scene isn’t safe
  • Wear gloves and eye protection for every patient contact
  • Use proper lifting technique and lift with your partner
  • Drive the ambulance with due regard for others: emergency status doesn’t remove responsibility
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For50 min
  • Patient assessment
  • CPR and AED use
  • Airway management and oxygen therapy
  • Calm under pressure
  • Clear, reassuring communication
MODULE 09Launching Your Emergency Medical Technician Career50 min
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: NREMT EMT certification
  • Credential overview: State EMT license
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check50 min
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the emergency medical technician job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new emergency medical technician.

Pricing

$89.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) respond to 911 calls and emergencies, assess patients, provide basic life support such as CPR, bleeding control and oxygen, and safely transport patients to the hospital. BLS reports a median wage of $44,470 (May 2025) and about 13,800 openings per year. Read the full emergency medical technician career profile or see salary details.

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Emergency Medical Technician training FAQ
How long is the Emergency Medical Technician training?
About 10 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Emergency Medical Technician training cost?
$89.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified emergency medical technician?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. Every state licenses EMTs, and most use the NREMT exam for initial certification. Licenses must be renewed with continuing education, typically every two years. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding emergency medical technicians.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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