Programs

As an Emergency Medical Technician – Specialist, you play a critical role in emergency response to urgent situations and events.

In this program, you will:

• Learn how to recognize abnormal conditions by analyzing diagnostic signs.
• Learn how to care for persons with an illness or injury at the scene and during transport to a medical facility.
• Learn advanced practices such as airway procedures and intravenous therapy.
• Study appropriate responses to unique emergencies such as hazardous materials and terrorist incidents.
• Be eligible, upon program completion, to sit for the National Registry for EMTs written and practical exams, which are necessary for licensure in the State of Michigan.

Accreditation/Approval/Certification Status
External peer review is the primary means of assuring and improving the quality of higher education institutions and programs in the United States. This recognition is accomplished through program accreditation, approval or certification.

The Emergency Medical Technician –Specialist Program is approved by the Michigan Department of Community Health, PO Box 30670, 611 West Ottawa, Lansing, MI 48906; (517) 335-0918. (Approved at levels: EMT Basic, EMT Specialist & Paramedic.)