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Florida Community College 2003-04 Programs of Study
Technical Certificate
Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) (6394)
  An emergency medical services system consists of many different components. Emergency medical technician is the entry-level position in the EMS field. EMTs provide basic life support and transportation for the sick and injured. This limited access program will prepare you to work as an entry-level emergency medical technician.
  Certification and Licensing:
Upon completion of the program graduates are eligible to apply to sit for the Florida state board exam to qualify for certification as an EMT in the state of Florida.
 
  Professional Courses:
  *EMS 1059 First Responders: Emergency Care Training (2)
  EMS 1119 Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Care (6)
  EMS 1401 Fundamentals of Emergency Medical Care Clinical Experience (3)
  Credit Hours: 11
 
  Total Credit Hours: 11
  *Students who have successfully completed HCP 0001 (the health care core) may substitute the core for EMS 1059.
  NOTE: Prior to contact with patients or patient specimens, students must furnish proof of childhood immunizations. Hepatitis B vaccination is strongly recommended. Health insurance must be maintained throughout clinical training. Contact program chairperson for additional information.
 
  Application Procedures:
This is a selective access program. Please see the program advisor for full details on the application procedure.
  Need More Information?
  Contact:
  Marcie Fisher, North Campus, mfisher@fccj.edu 904.766.6513
 
 
 
  Total Tuition and Fees:
  Estimated tuition is $570 (for Florida residents as of 7/03)

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