Emergency Medical Technician

Program Details

Program Phone Number

780-623-5335

Program Description

The Emergency Medical Technician program is a full-time program offered in two different delivery formats. Onsite format - intake starts with a five day orientation session in Lac la Biche followed by two weeks of online instruction. The students then return for ten weeks of classroom and lab instruction prior to field placement for a total of 24 weeks of training. Online format - offers students a unique alternative to traditional full-time on-campus programs by providing multi-modal instruction in a computer-mediated delivery format so students can remain in their home communities for the majority of the training period. Students attend a total of 8 on-site training weeks in addition to the field placements during the 37 weeks of training. Both formats are designed to prepare the student by providing education in the areas of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, assessment, treatment, differential diagnosis, critical thinking skills, communications, physical fitness and safety, and professionalism. In addition to these core components, the students will take a Professional Driving course, Pediatric Emergency Care (PEPP) course, Geriatric Education for Medical Services (GEMS), International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), and a Self Defense course The Portage College EMT (Primary Care Paramedic, or PCP) program is accredited by the Canadian Medical Association and approved by the Alberta College of Paramedics. EMT graduates will be competent in the kn

Credential

Certificate

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12, EMR Certificate, CPR Level C certificate within six monthos of course start date and EMR ACP registration.
• Completed medical form, personal resume, research assignment, signed student agreement form, Class 4 driver's license, Criminal Record Check, signed Criminal Record Check Waiver form, Immunization record.
• Must have an Ipod touch or Iphone for use with Comp-tracker program used for practicum competency tracking.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and attend onsite program orientation.

Please refer to the following link for minimum technical requirements at our Moodle Site.

Practicum

December 03, 2012 – February 08/13 February 25, 2013 – May 03/13

Career Potential

EMT graduates may be employed in rural or urban ambulance services, in various industrial settings, or with municipal fire departments. Provincial Registration as an EMT is a prerequisite for entry to Paramedic programs in Alberta. Successful completion of the program allows a graduate to apply for registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics. Out-of-province applicants should research the registration/license requirements for the province where he/she intends to work.

Transferability

For those interested in pursuing a career as a Paramedic, registration as an EMT with the Alberta College of Paramedics is a prerequisite for acceptance into Paramedic programs.

Program Schedule, Fees & Locations:

Please refer to the link below for current schedule and fees.

Program Schedule & Fees 2011 - 2012

Program Schedule & Fees 2012 - 2013

Course List

• EMTA101 - EMT THEORY

  Course ID: EMTA101

  Name: EMT THEORY

  Hours: 137

  Credits: 9

  The theory component of the EMT program addresses the multiple medical and traumatic conditions encountered in the field. Complemented by a thorough review of the pathophysiology of these situations, it prepares the student to apply differential diagnosis and thereby treat patients appropriately.

  
  
• EMTA102 - EMT PRACTICAL

  Course ID: EMTA102

  Name: EMT PRACTICAL

  Hours: 138

  Credits: 5

  Regularly scheduled lab sessions allow the student to learn and practice basic and intermediate skills in a controlled, supervised environment.

  
  
• EMTA110 - AMBULANCE PRACTICUM

  Course ID: EMTA110

  Name: AMBULANCE PRACTICUM

  Hours: 240

  Credits: 5

  After successfully completing EMTA 101 and EMTA 102, students are placed with specifically approved ambulance services. Under the guidance of a preceptor, students apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to real emergency situations.

  
  
• EMTA111 - HOSPITAL PRACTICUM

  Course ID: EMTA111

  Name: HOSPITAL PRACTICUM

  Hours: 36

  Credits: 1

  After successfully completing EMTA 101 and EMTA 102 students are placed with specifically approved hospitals. The hospital experience focuses on patient assessment within a controlled environment.

  
  
• EMTA115 - FITNESS CLASS

  Course ID: EMTA115

  Name: FITNESS CLASS

  Hours: 48

  Credits: 1

  Prehospital care is a physically demanding career. This program has been designed to assist students with developing, maintaining or increasing their personal fitness and wellness.

  
  
• EMTA121 - PROFESSIONAL DRIVING COURSE

  Course ID: EMTA121

  Name: PROFESSIONAL DRIVING COURSE

  Hours: 12

  Credits: 0

  Required by most EMS employers, this driving course prepares the student for operation and safe handling of emergency vehicles. It assists the student in becoming a more confident driver by teaching effective evasion/control tactics in order to better handle the unexpected.