Emergency Medical Technician
Program Overview
Degree Type: Certificate
Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings. People's lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care provided by these workers. EMTs and Paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities. A 911 operator sends EMTs and paramedics to the scene of an emergency, where they often work with police and firefighters.
Students must first have the EMT Basic certification prior to Paramedic program acceptance.
Resources
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians serves as the Nation’s Emergency Medical Services Certification organization. The mission of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians has always been centered on protecting the public and advancing the EMS profession.
Responsible for the overall planning, coordination, licensing, and regulation of Louisiana’s EMS system.
Contact Information
John Lane, BS, NRP
Clinical Coordinator
Phone: 318-670-9566
Email: jlane@susla.edu
Please see your advisor or University Catalog for more information.