Certificate Program
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
Certificate Program
Certificate Program
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
Certificate Program
Earn a certificate and a fast start as an EMT
Accreditation | Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
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Location | On-campus classes in Birmingham, Alabama |
Certifications | Prepare for the EMT-Basic licensure exam from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) |
QuickPaths | Transfer credit, stackable credentials, and adaptive learning technology build a faster pathway to a higher education with Herzing University |
Overview: Certificate in EMT-Basic - Birmingham, AL
The Certificate in EMT-Basic is a 10-credit certificate program which prepares you for entry-level jobs as an emergency medical technician.
The Birmingham campus certificate program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in basic emergency medical care, life support for cardiac emergencies, recognition and management of a variety of patient conditions, and more.
Career-focused curriculum
Discover the crucial knowledge and skills required to succeed in your work and build a foundation for continued career growth.
Flexible schedule
We work hard to help you maintain school-life balance, striving to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Experienced faculty
Get face-to-face instruction from experienced and credentialed faculty with real-world success in the field.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
Classes Start May 6th
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Curriculum
EMT certificate program classes & curriculum
Our 4-month certificate option features two classes combining both theoretical and practical learning introducing you to key concepts in pre-hospital emergency care.
Both classes are delivered at our campus in Birmingham, Alabama. The program includes 45 hours of field experience to help prepare you to work as a full-time EMT.
Programs | Monthsi | Credits |
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Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician - Basic | 4 | 10 |
Required Courses in EMT
All courses, 10.00 semester credit hours, are required.
Requirements
EMT certificate program enrollment prerequisites
Prerequisites to enroll in the Herzing University EMT certificate program include:
- Completion of a U.S. high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Meet and interview with a Herzing admissions advisor
- Complete an enrollment application
Please contact our admissions team for more information.
Classes Start May 6th
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Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Degree Programs
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The EMT-B is trained in basic life-support procedures and performs limited invasive (advanced) skills. This program emphasizes the development of student skills in patient assessment and examination, the recognition of signs and symptoms of illness or injury, and the use of proper procedures when rendering basic emergency care. General topics covered include human anatomy and physiology, bleeding and shock, emergency childbirth, airway management, splinting of fractures and dislocations, medical emergencies, and movement of patients. The intent of the program is to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to assess and manage life-threatening injury and illness and provide transport to medical facilities. Clinical experience is an integral part of the program. Graduates will be eligible to write the EMT-Basic licensure exam administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
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Accreditation
Accreditation & Disclosures
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.