Emergency Medical Technician Basic - Formerly Emergency Medical Technician 1 - Major #8847

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Designed to prepare personnel in the fire, life safety and related fields to render care to the ill and injured in the prehospital environment, in accordance with all federal, state and local Emergency Medical Services authorities.  

Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Be eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Basic Cognitive Examination according to the California Emergency Medical Services Authority.
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester

Certificate Requirement

9.5 units

FIRET 131
Emergency Medical Technician Basic

9.5 units
Effective Term: 2025 Spring Semester
Designed to prepare personnel in the fire, life safety, and related fields to render pre-hospital basic life support including, but not limited to, advanced first aid and cardiopulmonary life support for the ill or injured at the scene of an emergency in preparation for transport in accordance with policies and procedures established by National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, California Emergency Services Authority, and the Emergency Medical Services of the Fresno County Health Department. Minimum of twenty-four field internship hours arranged. (A)
Course Details:
          Total: 9.5 units