EMT-BASIC INFO

Fee:  $1500 ($600 to register - payment plans accepted). Includes:  EMT-B textbook, audiobook, class shirt, clinical/field hours, National Registry EMT-B Psychomotor Exam, Background Check

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Course Format:  Instructor led, in-person 

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Time:  112 hours (14 weeks, 2 days per week, 8 hours per week) 

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Clinical/Field Hours: 8 to 12 additional hours

 

Why Choose Idaho CPR Plus Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic & Advanced Programs?

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• Taught by Paramedics, Advanced EMT's, and other knowledgeable healthcare providers with years of experience in emergency response and critical care

• Heart and lung dissection labs

• Free instructor led study groups to help prep for the NR-EMT exam

• High success rate for passing the NR-EMT exam

• Small class sizes for quality learning

• Fantastic student ratings/reviews  

• Plenty of in person, hands-on practice with high quality and clean equipment

• Students screened for entry to provide the best learning environment and to maintain a high quality program.

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Idaho CPR Plus Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) course prepares and teaches students basic knowledge and skills of emergency care and response to assist someone who has been injured or is experiencing a medical emergency.  After successful completion of the course, the EMT-B will be able to use critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision making to respond to and assist someone in need. The EMT works as an integral part of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) community and provides a link from the scene to more advanced medical care.   

 

During the EMT-B course, the student will be assessed and tested on National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Basic psychomotor skills.  

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Following the 14 weeks of EMT-B training, the student will receive a class course completion certificate. The student will then need to schedule the NREMT Basic written exam on their own.  

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Idaho CPR Plus Emergency Medical Technician Advanced (EMT-A) course is to provide more advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses a current NREMT-Basic certification. Upon successful completion of the EMT Advanced program, the student will have the additional advanced EMT skills and knowledge, along with a deeper understanding of pathophysiology. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS team response, under medical oversight. Some of the more advanced interventions include, but are not limited to, airway management, medication administration, and intravenous (IV) and intraosseous (IO) access.   

 

During the EMT-A course, the student will be assessed and tested on National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Advanced psychomotor skills.  

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Following the 16 weeks of EMT-A training, the student will receive a class course completion certificate. The student will then need to schedule the NREMT Advanced written exam on their own.  

 

 

 

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Do You need Financial Assistance?

Are you a High School student looking for a grant for our EMT program?  To learn more and to see if you qualify, click on the link below to start your application process (this link will take you to the Idaho Department of Labor Website Next Steps Idaho)

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Our EMT Basic & Advanced training programs meet the national and Idaho state EMS education standards for EMTs.  Curriculum approval, equipment requirements, course guidelines and content is governed by Idaho Department of Health & Welfare – Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Preparedness

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FAQ for EMT Programs

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How do I enroll in the EMT Courses?

• Step 1: Fill out the EMT pre-app form for either the basic or advanced courses (click on the appropriate Pre-Qualify Here button at bottom of the page)

• Step 2: If approved, you will receive an acceptance email with an attached EMT Program Student Handbook. This will have to be thoroughly read and understood. You will then sign and submit the Student Statement of Understanding and Responsibilities Agreement page to jackie@idahocprplus.com

• Step 3: You will be emailed the class registration link where you will pay tuition or the “secure your seat and registration” fee.

• Step 4: Submit the required documents outlined in the student manual before the first day of class.  This is typically done when you pick up your EMT book at the office.

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Do you have a waitlist if the class is full?

Yes. If a registered student withdraws from the course before the first day of class, we will notify those on the waitlist for a spot in the class on a first serve basis. You must fill out and submit the EMT pre-form (link is the button at the bottom of the page) to be added to the waitlist. 

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Who do I contact for additional information regarding the enrollment process?

jackie@idahocprplus.com

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Who do I contact for additional information regarding the classroom portion of the course?

If your pre-application is approved, you will receive the EMT Program Student Handbook that will detail important information about the course including content, course requirements, refund policy, etc. If you still have questions, you may email pam@idahocprplus.com for course information or info@idahocprplus.com for administrative questions.

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What forms of payment can I use?

We accept cash, credit or debit card, personal check, cashier’s check or money order. Payment plans can be arranged. Detailed information regarding registration fee and course fees will be in the student handbook after acceptance into the program. You must sign and submit the Student Statement of Understanding and Responsibilities Agreement page prior to paying for the course.

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Is financial aid available?

Yes.  We are approved program for Idaho Department of Labor Next Steps Idaho Funding.  You may contact them to fill out an application and to see if you qualify - Next Steps Idaho.  Another option is to see if your bank or credit union will offer a private loan option.  You can also conduct an online search for EMT scholarship opportunities. 

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Do you accept VA/GI bill money?

Not at this time.

 

What are the prerequisites for this course?

You must be 17 years of age on the first day of class for EMT-B and 18 for EMT-A. For EMT-A, you must pass an EMT-B written exam that we will provide so that we can make sure that you have a solid foundation and understanding of EMT-Basic.  You must also fill out and submit the pre-qualification form for approval and entry to the program.  You must have a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within the first 2 weeks of class. If accepted into our program, you will receive a discount code for one of our regularly scheduled BLS classes. if you choose to certify through Idaho CPR Plus.

 

What is your refund/cancellation policy?

You will receive the refund/cancellation policy after you are accepted into our program. You will have time to review, understand, and agree to the policy prior to paying for the course.

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If your question was not answered, you may email info@idahocprplus.com or call (208) 614-2258