Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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Emergency Medical Technician Program Overview
The Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic program is approved by the State of Missouri, Department of Health and Senior Services, and the Unit of Emergency Medical Services. After completing EMT 101 - EMT Basic, students are eligible to take the National Registry certifying exam. Graduates of the Paramedic component receive a certificate and are eligible to take the National Registry certifying exam for paramedics. Students earn an A.A.S. degree in Paramedic Education after the completion of the general education classes along with the Paramedic component. Students in the program receive instruction in the recognition and treatment of patients with medical emergencies and trauma. Classroom and skills labs are complemented by clinical work in local hospitals and field internships with EMS agencies.
EMT Paramedic - Students may take the "Program Specific Courses" only after they have been admitted into the program. A separate application process is required for acceptance into this program. A new class begins each summer semester. The application deadline for the program is April 1. The application deadline for the EMT Basic program is May 1 for summer, July 15 for fall, and November 30 for spring. An application packet is available online or by contacting the Allied Health Office at 417-447-8954.