Emergency Medical Technician (T.C.)

Overview - Public Safety - Emergency Medical Technician


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WSCC Career Ready Badge An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) responds to emergency situations, providing care needed to stabilize patients. An EMT may also transport patients in need to routine medical appointments. Our EMT certificate provides the basic knowledge and skills needed to fill this important role. A combination of classroom work and clinical experience ensures graduates are ready for any call. Students complete 16 hours, which can be completed in one semester including a one-hour field internship. Upon completion of the course, students may take the National Registry’s written and practical exams. Upon completion of the exam, graduates are eligible for a Tennessee EMT License. Graduates may continue their education with the advanced EMT technical certificate or the associate of applied science, paramedic, degree.


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The Walters State Experience

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Why Should You “Write Your Story” at Walters State?

At Walters State, we focus on your success. Our classes are small and professors care about their students’ academic and career goals. Transfer to four-year colleges and universities is seamless through the Tennessee Transfer Pathway and articulation agreements. Want to start a career right after Walters State? Our technical certificates and associate of applied science degrees will train you for in-demand jobs in exciting fields, such as public safety, healthcare, technology and business.

Highlights

  • Walters State has been twice awarded Tennessee Community College of the Year.
  • Small classes and outstanding faculty who are focused on student success.
  • 98% job placement rate for technical education graduates.
  • Seamless transfer of classes to four-year colleges through the Tennessee Transfer Pathway program and articulation agreements.

Cost and Admissions

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Funding Your Education

Tuition is set each June by the Tennessee Board of Regents. Tuition and fees for the current academic year may be viewed on the Cashiers Office website.

Four types of financial aid are available; federal, state, institutional and other sources. Students need to send FAFSA information to the college for consideration for state and/or federal money (lottery scholarships, Pell grants, etc.). WSCC is an eligible institution for Hope (lottery) scholarships. For specific information please contact the Financial Aid Office.

 

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