EMT Certificate

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CIP 510904 (EMC)

This 12-credit hour certificate program provides the basic skills to work ambulance, apply for firefighting positions, work as an EMT in emergency departments and work ski patrols. EMS 1021 , EMS 1022 , EMS 1023 , EMS 1024 , and EMS 1070 satisfies the state requirements for EMT Certification. Those who successfully complete EMS 1021 , EMS 1022 , EMS 1023 , EMS 1024 , and EMS 1070 will be eligible to take both the National Registry Practical and Written Examinations. Successful completion of these exams is required for certification in the State of Colorado. EMS 1070 - EMT Clinical is the course in which the student will complete approximately 24 hours of clinical experiences in emergency departments and on fire rescue and ambulance.

Accreditation of this program is through the Colorado Department of Health, Emergency Medical Services Division. This agency may be reached at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver, CO 80222-1530. Telephone: 303.692.2980.

Call the School office for program guides 303.797.5213.

All students enrolled in this program are encouraged to apply for graduation upon completion of the program.

Admission Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age prior to the start of the Clinical Rotations (EMS 1070 ).
A current Basic Life Support/BLS Card recognized by the State of Colorado. The BLS Card should be healthcare provider level
Hepatitis B vaccination (one and two) or Titer
Varicella vaccination, Titer or proof of chicken pox infection
Tetanus within the last 10 years
MMR vaccinations (one and two) (or Titer)
TB Skin test (within 3 months of the class start date)
Current flu vaccination for the Fall and Spring Semesters
Completed COVID 19 Series
Access the Application Process page to find information on Processes, Disqualifying Events and Release forms for Health Care students
A Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen is required for all EMS students. In the event the student background check reveals any disqualifying factors or tests positive for a prohibited substance a student will be dismissed for the EMT program. View disqualifying events information. Please note: Criminal background checks and drug screens require a fee.

Program Requirements

Major Courses (12 credit hours)

EMS 1021 - EMT Fundamentals 3 Credits
EMS 1022 - EMT Medical Emergencies 4 Credits
EMS 1023 - EMT Trauma Emergencies 2 Credits
EMS 1024 - EMT Special Considerations 2 Credits
EMS 1070 - EMT Clinical 1 Credit

Total: 12 Credit Hours

Graduation Requirements

All courses required for this program must be completed with a “C” or better.
Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.

Professional Licensing Disclosure

Students enrolling or continuing at Arapahoe Community College (ACC) have a right to certain information that the college is required by law to provide. As a student applying for or attending the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program you have the right to know it meets the certification criteria for Colorado. It is possible that the degree/certificate may count toward licensing or certification in states other than Colorado. If you are planning to seek professional certification or licensure, it is strongly recommended that you contact the appropriate entity in the state in which you are located or plan to locate in order to seek information and guidance regarding licensure or certification requirements before you begin this program. This program meets the applicable state prerequisites for licensure or certification in Colorado as listed below:

Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)

ACC has not determined if the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program meets applicable state prerequisites for licensure or certification in states other than Colorado. Other states include (Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming and U.S. Territories: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands).