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*New Prerequisite Requirement Effective 1/1/2009*
Starting with the Spring 2009 Semester, there will be a new Prerequisite required for registration in the EMT-I class. A First Responder class must be completed with a "C" or better. This class will be offered at Napa Valley College starting in the Summer 2008 Semester
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EMT Program
What is an EMT?
Emergency Medical Technicians are trained to care for patients at the scene of an accident and during transportation of these patients by ambulance to the hospital under medical direction. An emergency medical technician has the emergency skills to assess a patient's condition and to manage respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies.
Job Outlook
The demand for EMT's is expected to grow in the state due to population increases, aging of the population, increasing urbanization, and an increase in the number of those without health care insurance. Persons who complete an EMT certification course can expect to find jobs with ambulance companies and other health care agencies. EMT-I certification is a prerequisite requirement for those who intend to pursue paramedic certification.
The Program
The Emergency Medical Technician Program at Napa Valley College prepares students to work as emergency medical technicians. Successful completion of this class qualifies you to take the certification exam with the NREMT (National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians).
The Emergency Medical Technician Program at Napa Valley College currently offers an EMT-I certificate course (HEOC 360) and an EMT-I refresher course (HEOC 364). These classes are run during the Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters. Each class will have 25 or 30 openings filled on a first come first served basis. In order to enroll, the prospective student must complete the following procedures:
Prerequisite
Current Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certification ONLY (e.g., You may obtain Healthcare Provider certification through the American Heart Association or Professional Rescuer through the American Red Cross). You must have proof of current CPR certification or your registration form will be rejected.
Starting Spring 2009, the following will be a new prerequisites for the EMT class:
EMT 90: First Responder
Recommended Preparation
EMT 90: First Responder (starting Spring 2009, EMT 90 will be a prerequisite course for EMT 95)
Registration Process
1. First complete an application for admission to Napa Valley College. You can do this online at www.napavalley.edu.
2. Complete the prerequisite of a First Responder class. If you did nto take the First Responder class at NVC, you will need to submit an official transcript from the school where you completed this class to Admissions and Records.
3. After completing these steps, you will then be able to register online for the EMT class.
Before the Start of Class
Purchase the following at the campus bookstore:
- Uniform: Polo shirt and EMT patch
- Textbook: Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured – 9th Edition. This is a bundle and will include textbook, workbook, and practice test materials (bring to first class).
- Pay your Lab Pack Fee either at the campus cashier or online. The lab pack consists of medical supplies you will need for class (i.e. stethoscope, bandage scissors, etc.) and will be distributed in class.
If you have any questions, please contact the Health Occupations office at 253-3120.
Additional Information
PREREQUISITES
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CPR Certification |
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BLS Health Care Provider CPR or Professional
Rescuer CPR only.
Please have the correct CPR Certification
before registration. |
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First Responder Class |
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*Effective 1/1/09*
Completion of class with a "C" or better. |
Recommended Courses (not required)
HEOC 100 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology