Emergency Medical Technician

Studying Emergency Medical Technology at Waubonsee

Waubonsee's nationally accredited EMT programs encourages students to develop a superior level of emergency medical care through a curriculum led by a highly-trained team of instructors who are professionals in the field of emergency medicine. Didactic lectures, hands-on labs, and emergency room clinical observations provide students with simulated and real-word experience of the roles EMTs play as critical members of the healthcare community.

The EMT-Basic Certificate prepares students to take the Illinois State Licensing Exam or the National Registry Exam for state certification through the Illinois Department of Public Health. EMT-Basic has specific admission requirements.

After getting certified, and for those already certified as an EMT-B, Waubonsee offers EMT-Paramedic training through a collaboration with Southern Fox Valley Emergency Medical Services and Northwestern Medicine-Delnor Hospital. The 12-month EMT-Paramedic Program offers Certificate and AAS Degree options and has a special application process.

For more information about each program option and which might be best for you, view the current EMT-Basic Student Handbook and EMT-Paramedic Student Handbook.

Working in Emergency Medical Technology 

People's lives depend on the quick reaction and expertise of emergency medical technicians. EMTs treat victims of auto accidents, heart attacks, drownings, gunshots, childbirth and more at the scene of the incident. Following strict guidelines, EMTs give appropriate emergency care and then transport the sick or injured to a medical facility. Specific responsibilities vary based on qualification and training, but consistently make a difference in people's lives.