Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Government license
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
A. Course Objective: Graduates will demonstrate basic knowledge in emergency medical services that will prepare them for employment as technicians.
Description: Designed to prepare individuals for certification as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Upon successful completion of EMS 152, the student is eligible to take the EMT examination and to apply to the Arizona Department of Health Services, Office of Emergency Medical Services for certification as an EMT. Criminal history self-disclosure required.
Competencies to be achieved: EMS 152 Basic Emergency Medical Technology (12 cr.)
Prerequisite: Reading score of 255+ or completion of ENG 101 Freshman Composition (3 cr.)
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
TOTAL
In-state $ 2,958.00
Out-of-state $ 3,663.00
Tuition (effective summer 2024):
In-State $ 1,455.00
Out-of-State $ 2,160.00
Additional Fees (effective summer 2024):
AWC Fees:
Lab fee $500.00
Transportation Fee $6.00 (Fall/Spring only)
Technology Fee $75 ($5 per credit hour)
Non AWC Fees:
National Registry Fee $80.00
Estimated Book Costs $463.00
TB Test $75.00
AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers $79.00
Uniform (approx.) $225.00
$1503.00 Total Fees
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
EMER.CARE+TRANSP.OF SICK...-ACCESS (ISBN: 9781284376043) $365.00EMS Testing – 21002 (ISBN: 2818000007244) $68.00
ENG-101 book: Writing Guide with Handbook (ISBN: 978195169) $30.00 (Book may vary depending on instructor)
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Uniform
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Joseph Waterford, Director of Emergency Medical Services
Email: joseph.waterford@azwestern.edu
Phone number: 928-317-6068
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.azwestern.edu/sites/default/files/documents/syllabi/ems-152.pdf
https://www.azwestern.edu/degrees-and-certificates/ems-emt-paramedic
G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Physical
Drug Screening
Tuberculosis Screening
National Registry Registration
• Other requirements needed:
Minimum placement test reading score of 255+, or completion of ENG 101
Student must submit application
Student must fulfill requirements of Arizona Department of Health Services before being accepted into the AWC EMT Program
Applicant must be at least 18 years of age
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website): https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college
H. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: National Registry of Emergency Technicians NREMT
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: AAS in Emergency Medical Services Paramedic, current EMT Certification is required to enter the Paramedic Program.
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, recognized by states that accept NREMT, currently 40 states accept NREMT EMT Certification.
• Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Higher Learning Commission, https://www.hlcommission.org/
J. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 56%, 57/101 (July 1, 2020-June 30, 2022)
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
12
Entrance Requirements
Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
2020 S Avenue 8E, Yuma, AZ 85365
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Type of Attainment:
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
Name of Credential
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
Visit: https://www.azwestern.edu/paying-for-college
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commission of North Central Associ
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$463.00 Costs provided are estimates and subject to change
Testing/Exam Fees
$80.00 National Registry Registration
In-State Tuition
$1,455.00 Costs provided are estimates and subject to change
Other Fees
$235.00 $6 Bus pass (Fall/Spring only); technology fee $5 per credit hour; TB Test $75, AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers $79
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,160.00 Costs provided are estimates and subject to change
Registration Fee
$500.00 EMS 153 course fee
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$225.00 Uniforms
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,958.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$3,663.00
