EMT Initial Training

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Ready to make a difference in emergencies? NHCPR's EMT training program equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to respond confidently and effectively. Get certified as an EMT and join the ranks of healthcare professionals saving lives in your community.

Course Content:

  • Airway Management: Learn lifesaving techniques to secure airways in various scenarios.
  • Patient Assessment: Develop critical skills for accurate and efficient patient evaluation.
  • Medical & Trauma Emergencies: Master protocols for treating a wide range of medical and traumatic conditions.
  • Pediatrics: Gain specialized knowledge and skills for caring for infants and children.
  • And Much More: Comprehensive curriculum covering bloodborne pathogens, extrication, HazMat response, and incident command.

Flexible learning:

  • Hybrid format: Combine online modules with hands-on in-class labs for a dynamic learning experience.
  • Convenient schedules: Choose a class near you from our comprehensive schedule.
  • Dedicated instructors: Learn from experienced professionals passionate about EMT training.

Invest in your future:

  • 180+ hours of comprehensive training
  • 16+/- hours of clinical experience at hospitals or ambulances
  • Affordable tuition with flexible payment options

Course CostSee the course listing below. This price includes the course, clinical liability insurance, blood pressure cuff, and stethoscope, & lab fees.

Deposit: A $350.00 deposit is required when you click the "enroll now" link.  This non-refundable deposit is applied to the course fee. 

Late Enrollment Fee:  A $25.00 late enrollment fee will be assessed for enrollment within seven days of the class start date.

Additional student costs:  Textbooks, Immunizations, Criminal Background Checks, uniforms, the American Heart Association BLS CPR course (discount code provided), PPE, and NREMT certification application/testing fees.   

Prerequisites:  Students must be at least 18 years old upon program completion. Students must be high school graduates or have their GED.  High school students must provide a letter of recommendation from the school principal or guidance counselor before acceptance.  American Heart Association CPR certification is NOT required at enrollment but will be required during the course.  Those already taking an American Heart Association BLS course must have received the completion card within 12 months of the course start date.  High-speed Internet, a computer with speakers, a webcam, and the ability to print and email are required.  Students will also be required to bring a laptop to every class.

Students must obtain and bring proof of health insurance and the following immunizations into the class by the 2nd week of class. They are:

  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): either proof of MMR immunization within the last 8 years or a positive titer (a blood draw showing that immunization already exists).
  • Tetanus (Tdap): immunization must be within the last 10 years.
  • Varicella (Chicken Pox): Document both vaccine shots or a positive varicella titer.
  • Hepatitis B vaccine series: documentation showing that the Hepatitis B series of immunizations (total of three doses) has been started by the end of the first month of class or documentation showing a positive Hep B titer.
  • Recent Flu Shot: some clinical sites may require this depending on the status of the flu season
  • Negative TB test. Negative TB skin test (PPD): skin test date must be less than 6 months before beginning your clinical rotation. Persons with a history of a positive PPD must provide documentation of a recent chest x-ray and a review of symptoms within the past 12 months. If a chest x-ray is abnormal, clinician clearance must also be provided.

Certification: Upon successfully completing this course, students will be eligible to take the National Registry of EMTs test for EMT certification.

Frequently Asked Questions: Click here for the answers to some commonly asked questions.

Course Prerequisites

Date/Time Course Name Location Availability Enroll
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
EMT Class - Bedford - Jan 2025
$1,799.99
NHCPR - Bedford
NHCPR - Bedford
9 Cedarwood Dr, Unit 12, Bedford NH 03110 Bedford, NH 03110 United States
Enrollment Open - Space Available Enroll
Bedford Schedule.  Online learning begins Jan 3rd.   The first in-classroom session is on Jan 23rd. 
Friday Jan 10, 2025
EMT Class - Winter 2025
Coming Soon!
Enrollment Opens - Oct 16, 2024 12:00 am
Registration will be started on 10-16-2024

This course will be held at our Bedford, Peterborough, Plymouth, and Portsmouth locations.

GET NOTIFIED WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS - CLICK HERE