Upcoming EMS Courses
(subject to change)
Advanced EMT Course
The advanced emergency medical technician (AEMT) is a health professional whose primary focus is to respond to, assess and triage non-urgent, urgent and emergent requests for medial care; apply basic and focused advanced knowledge knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and/or medical transportation; and facilitate access to higher level of care when the needs of the patient exceed the capability level of the AEMT. The additional preparation beyond EMT prepares an AEMT to improve patient care in common emergency conditions for which reasonably safe, targeted and evidence-based interventions exist. Interventions within the AEMT scope of practice may carry more risk if not performed properly than interventions authorized for the EMR/EMT levels. With proper supervision, AEMT's may serve as a patient care team member in a hospital or health care setting to the full extent of their education, certification, licensure and credentialing. In a community setting, an AEMT might visit patients at home and make observations that are reported to a higher-level authority to help manage a patient's care.
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Course Information
DEADLINE TO APPLY: October 31, 2024 @ 5pm
Days/Times: Tuesday and Wednesday, 1pm to 5pm
Start Date: January 7, 2025
End Date: June 25, 2025
Course fee: $900, payment plan available.
1. The fee includes tuition, books, one NREMT exam voucher, and access to online platforms used in the course.
2. The fee does not include the cost of uniforms.
3. The fee does not include the cost of pre-requisites in order to be considered for the course.
Computer/Internet Accessibility: Each student will need a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer with broadband internet capability. A significant portion of the course will utilize online resources.
Selection Process and Testing
The selection process will include a variety of testing. The candidate will pay the cost of the testing. The testing will include reading comprehension, math ability, an EMT final exam, and psychological testing.
Pre-Requisites
Tablet or laptop computer:
A tablet or laptop computer will be required for taking tests in class. A cellular telephone is not acceptable for taking tests in class.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) is required prior to the beginning of the course and the card must not expire during the course. If you need to schedule a BLS course contact Mike Hunter at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (812) 734-3818.
Background Check and Drug Screen
DO NOT HAVE BACKGROUND CHECK OR DRUG SCREEN PERFORMED YET. YOU WILL BE INFORMED WHEN TO HAVE THIS COMPLETED!
A nation-wide background check and 10-panel drug screen is required for entry into the program. This is performed through the programs vendor: CastleBranch. All results must be available to the Program Director Prior to the first day of class.
Website: https://discover.castlebranch.com/
Once on the CastleBranch website, click on "Place Order" and followng prompts. You must enter the Package Code for our program to get your results.
Package Code: HD53
Cost: $105 + service fee (subject to change by CastleBranch)
Proof of Vaccinations or Immunity from:
Prior to patient contact, the student must show proof of immunity of the following diseases from a health care provider:
a. Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
b. Tuberculosis skin test (must have been performed within the past 12 months and must stay current throughout the EMT class.
c. Hepatitis B
d. Varicella (Chickenpox) - Harrison County Hospital does not accept proof of disease as immunity. The student must either have a titer or the vaccination.
e. Tetanus, diptheria, acellular pertussis (TDaP)
f. Seasonal influenza
National Incident Management System Courses (NIM)
The NIMS courses listed are free, online courses from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security/FEMA. These courses are required prior to successful completion of the course. If you have already taken the courses you can provide copies of either the certificates or a FEMA transcript. If you have not taken them the links are below. Click on the course to go to that courses page.