Program Information
Anoka Technical College Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) program graduates are prepared to respond to emergency patient care and may work in diverse environments such as ambulance services, emergency rooms, urgent care facilities, treatment centers, corrections, rescue teams, airports, sports/entertainment centers; or as firefighters, law enforcement, paramedics, 911 dispatchers and more.
Anoka Technical College programs follow the National DOT curriculum and are approved by the State of Minnesota.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Prepare entry level EMS providers to be employable upon completion
- Provide up-to-date EMS education to all interested parties
- Be a sound, responsible partner to stakeholders in the EMS industry
- Create pathways of transferability to higher level EMS Education Programs
- Manage the finances of the program in a cost-effective, prudent manner
Accreditation/Certifications
The EMT program follows the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration curriculum and is approved by the State of Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB).
Background Study
Minnesota Law requires that any person who provides services that involve direct contact with patients and/or residents at a health care facility licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health have a background study conducted by the state.
Locations
Anoka Technical College
Anoka-Ramsey Community College- Cambridge Campus
Program Start Dates
Fall Semester: August
Spring Semester: January
Program Requirements
All courses required for this program must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
Faculty Contact
Brad Wright: 763-576-4058
Jeff Morgan: 763-576-4236
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