Diploma
Emergency Medical Technology
Helping Others When They Need It Most
National College's Emergency Medical Technology program is designed to prepare students for emergency patient care at the basic life support level. The emergency medical technician (EMT) performs basic lifesaving procedures to stabilize trauma victims and medically ill patients, provide life support, and assure safe transportation to a medical facility.
The National College Emergency Medical Technology program exceeds the standards and curriculum established by the National EMS Education Standards (NEMSES) as well as the Virginia EMS Education Standards (VEMSES). Graduates will qualify to take both the Commonwealth of Virginia and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians’ EMT-Basic examinations.
As a student in the Emergency Medical Technology program, you will learn:
- Lifesaving procedures like CPR.
- How to properly use medical equipment.
- How to apply preparatory aspects of emergency care.
- How to perform patient assessments.
- Effective ways to manage medical and trauma patients.
- How to perform field operations.
- Why National
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Why EMT Students Turn To National College:
- Small class size – allowing for one-on-one interaction wtih instructors.
- Industry experienced instructors – bringing their medical and emergency response skills and field experience to class.
- Peer tutoring – providing one-on-one help at no additional cost.
- Training in modern medical labs – simulating field experiences.
- Externship placements as part of the EMT program – enabling students to build career experience.
- Career services – helping with career advice and resources needed for today's job search environment.
- Refresher courses are available to all our graduates – keeping skills in their field of study sharp and current at no additional tuition costs.
What You Will Study:
Highlights
Emergency Medical Technician Basic I & II
Learn the skills necessary to provide emergency medical care at a basic life support level.
Dosage and Calculation of Medications
Learn how to accurately calculate dosages and properly interpret medication labels.
Anatomy and Physiology: Body Systems of Transport & Support
Learn the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, and reproductive systems.
Program core courses may include:
- Emergency Medical Technician Basic I & II
- Anatomy and Physiology: Systems of Transport and Support
- Anatomy and Physiology: Body Control Systems
- Dosage and Calculation of Medications
- Psychology
Grant Information
Sister City Grant (International Students)
ONET Occupational Crosswalk Matches
- 25-1071.00 - Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
- 29-2041.00 - Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
Estimated tuition costs
| Tuition | $317/credit X 48 credits = $15216 |
| Books | $225/course X 12 courses = $2700 |
| Activity Fee | $15/Term X 4 terms = $60 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| TOTAL | $18076 |
On-Time Completion Rate and Median Loan Debt 
| Applies to | On-Time Completion Rate | Median Title IV Loan Debt | Median Private Loan Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol, Charlottesville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Danville VA, Dayton Area, Harrisonburg, Knoxville, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Online, Parkersburg, Princeton, Roanoke Valley, Stark Co (Canton), and Youngstown campuses. | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Bartlett, Madison, Memphis, Nashville, Akron Area and Cleveland campuses | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Danville KY, Florence, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Pikeville, Richmond and South Bend campuses | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Median Institutional Loan Debt is $0 for all National College campuses.
Additional Notes: Areas marked N/A indicate that 10 or less individuals graduated from this program during the specified reporting period and used this particular source of funding.
Placement Rates
| Applies to | Placement Rate* |
|---|---|
| Bristol, Charlottesville, Cincinnati, Columbus, Danville VA, Dayton Area, Harrisonburg, Knoxville, Lynchburg, Martinsville, Online, Parkersburg, Princeton, Roanoke Valley, Stark Co (Canton), and Youngstown campuses. | 0.0% |
| Bartlett, Madison, Memphis, Nashville, Akron Area and Cleveland campuses. | No Data |
| Danville KY, Florence, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Pikeville, Richmond and South Bend campuses. | No Data |
| *This rate is calculated based on a formula provided by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). For more information on this agency, click here. | |
Additional Notes: Areas marked with No Data indicate that no students graduated from the program during the reporting period
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