G3 and Fast Forward Tuition Assistance
Purpose
In this class, you will develop the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate the clinical information relevant to your role as an entry-level EMT; technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role of entry-level EMT; and define personal behaviors consistent with professional and employer expectations for entry-level EMT. Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible for National Registry testing resulting in National Registry certification as well as certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Employment opportunities for EMTs are available with ambulance services, fire and rescue services, hospitals, local, state, and federal government agencies, and humanitarian relief organizations. EMT certification is a state requirement for enrollment into the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) and Paramedic programs.
Program Goal
To prepare Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession.
Admission Requirements
- meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Virginia Office of EMS to include aged 16 by the first day of class
- Pass background check and drug screening scheduled by Rappahannock Community College.
Program Requirements
Physical Requirements
An EMS provider is faced with many physical and psychological challenges. Please refer to the Office of Emergency Medical Services website for a more detailed functional job description.
Academic Requirements
Students must make a “C” or better to be eligible to take the National Registry Exam.
Supervised field experiences are required by the program and will be accomplished at selected EMS agencies. Students are responsible for transportation to these facilities. Program preceptors will observe and evaluate student suitability for the progression across all domains of learning. If students to not exhibit the documented behaviors required to the EMS professional, they may be asked to withdraw from the program. All EMS students must comply with healthcare agency requirements for criminal background checks, drug testing, and CPR certification.
Student Estimated Costs
| Item |
Estimate Cost |
| Tuition and Fees |
$2850.00* |
|
BLS and CPR for Healthcare Providers Certification (American Heart Association)
|
Included |
| Program Shirt |
Included |
| Book, Scheduler/Skills Tracker, and Test Package |
Included |
| Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen |
Included |
|
National Registry Certification Testing (After successful completion)
*NOTE: The first attempt at the National Registry exam for students of this program is covered by the Virginia Office of EMS.
|
Included* |
| Travel to Clinical Agencies |
Variable* |
|
Total Estimated Costs
*NOTE: Eligible students will pay significantly less through G3 and FastForward tuition assistance, and many attend for FREE
|
$2850.00+ |
Tues. and Thurs. June 10 - August 14 9 am - 5 pm Glenns Campus Class includes some Saturdays
Call 804-333-6730 or email advisor@rappahannock.edu to register for the next EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) classes.
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