Emergency Medical Technology Comprehensive is a Certificate Of Completion program offered by Mesa Community College in Mesa, AZ. The program takes 16-17 credits to complete, with a total tuition of $1,552.
Program Overview
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Emergency Medical Technology Comprehensive curriculum provides the student with the necessary knowledge and skills in accordance with the National EMS Scope of Practice published by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Arizona Department of Health Services.
This certificate provides students with the expanded knowledge and skills for pre-hospital settings.
Successful completion of the curriculum and upon licensure, the candidate can seek employment with ambulance service companies, first responder agencies, fire departments, and hospitals as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Emphasis is on the fundamental principles and skills required to provide emergency medical care for the ill or injured.
The primary focus of an EMT is to respond to, assess and triage emergent, urgent, and non-urgent requests for medical care, apply basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and medical transportation to/from an emergency or health care facility.
This program is designed to meet education requirements for licensure or certification in the State of Arizona.
Granting licensure and certification is the sole responsibility of the state board or approval agency.
This program is only offered and available to students located in the State of Arizona.
The Maricopa County Community College District and colleges define student location within Administrative Regulation 2.2.3(7).
Admission Requirements and Process
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide