Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Quick Facts
- Program: Emergency Medical Services
- Pathway: Health Science
- Campus: Northeast
EMTs work alongside paramedics in the delivery of basic life support procedures and emergency pre-hospital care.
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Our Program
Why Choose EMT?
- Work with a team in fast-paced, unpredictable situations
- Help save lives in emergency situations
- Enter the emergency medical services field right away but know you can return to apply your certificate toward our Paramedic Programs to advance in your career
Prepare for What You Will Do at Work
- Work with paramedics, police & firefighters at emergency sites
- Answer emergency calls & transport patients to medical facilities
- May perform medical services at the scene
Marketable Skills You Will Learn
- Critical thinking
- Reasoning
- Communication
- Personal & social responsibility
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
Before You Enroll, Think About:
Open Enrollment with Requirements
Our EMT program continues to be an open enrollment program and does not require a separate application or prior approval from the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program.
However, you do need to meet state requirements.
Find Out About the Requirements
Attending an information session is highly recommended (but not required), so you can learn about state requirements.
See the Attend an Information Session block on this page for the dates and times of upcoming sessions.
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What do I need to work as an EMT?
Texas EMT Certification
Successfully complete these 2 courses:
And you can qualify to:
- Apply to the Texas Department of State Health Services for Texas EMT Certification
- Take the National Registry of EMTs examination for Emergency Medical Technician certification
- Work as an EMT
- Apply to our Paramedic Programs
What about the TCC EMT Certificate?
If you need financial aid to be able to earn Texas EMT Certification, then you will need to complete our Emergency Medical Technician Certificate.
Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508
This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.
For more details, see:
- 2022–2024 Catalog: Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements
- 2024–2026 Catalog: Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements
Need a boost to get ready for college?
Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.
Degrees & Certificates
Certificate
Level 4
Attend an Information Session
About the Session
What You Need to Know
About 40% of EMT students are not able to start or remain in the program after the first day of class due to incomplete state requirements.
Avoid being part of that 40%: Attend 1 of our information sessions and find out what you need to know to stay in the program.
Open Enrollment with Requirements
Our EMT program continues to be an open enrollment program with no separate application required.
However, you do need to meet state requirements.
Information Session Details
Attending an information session is highly recommended (but not required), so you can find out how to register for classes and stay in the program.
When & Where
All information sessions will be held in-person on Northeast Campus in the Health Sciences (NHSC) building.
Upcoming 2024 Dates
| Date | Day | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30 | Tuesday | 5:30 p.m. | NHSC 1112/1114 |
| May 20 | Monday | 3 p.m. | NHSC 1112/1114 |
| June 6 | Thursday | 9 a.m. | NHSC 1112/1114 |
| June 17 | Monday | 5:30 p.m. | NHSC 1112/1114 |
| June 27 | Thursday | 9 a.m. | NHSC 1112/1114 |
| July 11 | Thursday | 9 a.m. | NHSC 1110 |
| July 22 | Monday | 3 p.m. | NHSC 1110 |
Questions?
Health Sciences Department
Call 817-515-6435
Email health.sciences@tccd.edu
How Much Time & Money to Finish?
Certificate Program
| Degree or Certificate | Program Title | Semester Credit Hours | Total Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRT1 | Emergency Medical Technician | 18 | $1,242 |
Taking only 2 courses for Texas EMT Certification?
| Course Number | Course Name | Semester Credit Hours | Total Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMSP-1501 | Emergency Medical Technician | 6 | $414 |
| EMSP-1160 | Clinical-Emergency Medical Technology |
Notes: Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
Additional Fees
These estimates are for program-specific costs and are subject to change. We have tried to identify the current cost of all books and materials, as well as estimates for meals and parking while on clinical rotations.
| Program Component | Approximate Cost Per Semester |
|---|---|
| Books | $200 |
| Uniforms | $150 |
| Miscellaneous | $240 |
| Registry/Certification | $212 |
Earn More Choices & More Money
Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.
Next steps
- Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
- Explore transfer schools
Start on Your Pathway!
- Apply to TCC
- Find out about financial aid
- Talk to an academic advisor
- Visit career services
- Request a transcript evaluation if you are transferring to TCC
Contact
Northeast Campus
Health Sciences Department
Visit NHSC, Room 1118
Call 817-515-6435
Email health.sciences@tccd.edu
Updated February 28, 2024