A carreer in emergency medical care or the allied health professions, we have found, often begins with EMT training. In itself, working in the EMS field is a respected and growing field offering a dynamic and changing work environment not only from day to day, but even from hour to hour. As a stepping stone to more advanced careers, there are numerous Paramedics, and Emergency Room Physicians and Nurses who started out in our classrooms.

For those students currently attending college, this course is approved for college credits. Discuss this with your college counselor to see how it applies to your school.

The current EMT Curriculum includes the following topics:

Medical/Legal and Ethical Issues Roles and Responsibilities of the EMT Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Body Medical Terminology Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) Cadiac Defibrilation Oxygen Therapy and Airway Management Patient Assessment - Trauma / Medical Detailed Physical Examination Communication / Documentation General Pharmacology Respiratory Emergencies Cardiovascular Emergencies Diabetic and Alergic Emergencies Poisonings and Overdose Environmental Emergencies Obstetrics and Gynecology Emergency Childbirth Pediatric and Geriatric Emergencies Hazardous Materials Incidents Soft Tissue Injuries Musculoskeletal Injuries Head and Spinal Injuries Extrication and Spinal Immobilization Infection Control and Personal Safety Patient Lifts and Carries Emergency Vehicle Operartion and the Law

Successful completion of the above topics and the State Practical Skills evaluation entitles the student to sit for the New York State EMT cerification exam. All RTC instructors are with you step-by-step to help you master these skills.