Description
The EMT Fast Track Program is an intensive course designed to prepare students throughout Texas with the knowledge and skills required to excel as emergency medical technicians. With a total duration of 172 hours, the program includes 148 hours of classroom instruction and 24 hours of clinical/externship rotations, providing students with hands-on experience. The curriculum meets and exceeds the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, Emergency Medical Technician National Standard Curriculum guidelines, 2009 National EMS Education Standards, and the Texas Department of State Health Services’ EMS education standards. Upon graduation, students will possess a strong foundation in EMT roles and responsibilities, personal safety and wellness, medical-legal and ethical issues, and the ability to function under medical direction and within the scope of practice. With flexible scheduling options and financing available, the EMT Fast Track Program provides an excellent opportunity for individuals throughout Texas seeking an expedited and exciting pathway towards becoming an EMT.
