Become an EMT!
EMT
The EMT is the introductory level of EMS training and gives students the knowledge needed to work as an Emergency Medical Technician. The course combines lecture and lab training to cover such topics as scene safety, EMS systems, communication, documentation, patient assessment, airway management, traumatic injuries, medical emergencies and more. All skills necessary to provide emergency medical care for the trauma and medical patient at the basic life support level.
Upcoming Courses
Fall 2020
EMT Course - Available as a Web Assisted-Hybrid* or Classroom Course
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Begins: September 8, 2020 to December 17, 2020
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Tue/Thur 6:00pm to 9:30pm (Classroom)
Winter 2021
EMT Course - Available as a Web Assisted-Hybrid* or Classroom Course
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Begins: January 4, 2021 to April 22, 2021
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Tue/Thur 6:00pm to 9:30pm (Classroom)
Choose Your Format!
Classroom or Web-Assisted/Hybrid
Classroom Course
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Students meet in class on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 pm until 9:30 pm.
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Online learning is assigned each week.
*Students enrolled through NCSC or using VA funds, must enroll in the classroom version.
Web-Assisted/Hybrid Course
Option 1
The program runs synchronously with the scheduled classroom program. All assignments and deadlines are the same.
In this program students complete coursework online and are not required to attend course lectures.
Physical attendance in the classroom is required to complete lab / practical skills, some module exams and the final exam.
Attendance is approximately 14 times throughout the
4-month program on a Tuesday or Thursday evening class from 6:00pm to 9:30pm.
Web-Assisted/Hybrid Course
Option 2
The program runs synchronously with the scheduled classroom program. All assignments and deadlines are the same.
In this program students complete coursework online and are not required to attend any courses until the last week of the program.
Students attend 7 days during the last week of the classroom program:
- 4 skill days, including final
psychomotor exam
- 1 Hospital clinical shift
- 1 Pre-hospital clinical shift
- 1 final exam day followed by NREMT
skills test
See FAQ for more information
Steps To Enrollment
1. Application Procedure: A completed application and payment of the $150.00 non-refundable application
fee must be submitted. Applications must be downloaded then mailed or emailed back to the program.
- Application fee may be paid via check or money order and mailed to 20 Industrial Dr, St F
Lexington, Oh 44904.
- Let us know if you want to pay by credit card and we'll email you an invoice. There is a 3%
fee.
- Click here for Paper application
- Click here for Digital application
-Agency Tuition Verification. Required if student's tuition is being paid by a Fire/EMS agency
2. Submit a copy of a valid BLS level CPR card with your application that will not expire for the duration of the class
time. If you do not have a valid BLS card, please indicate on your application whether you will be obtaining one
elsewhere, or if you want to enroll in a Central Ohio EMS Training CPR Course. That course is always held on the first
Saturday after the EMT course begins.
3. Purchase required textbook package (25% discount applied) and materials. Click here or see FAQ for required textbook package and supplies.
4. Purchase required supplies. Click here or see FAQ for required supplies.
5. Purchase Platinum EMS Testing. Students are provided a code on the first day of class to ensure they purchase the correct item. Please do NOT purchase without the code.
6. Students sign up and pay for COEMST polos on the first day of class. They take approximately two weeks to arrive. Until then, a uniform is not required and student's should dress casually.
7. The student handbook and schedule is emailed one week before the course begins.
Supplies and Requirements for the EMT Program
Most questions can be answered in the FAQ section. Please be sure to check them out!
EMT Course FAQ
Why Choose COEMST?
What's the difference between the Classroom Course and the Web-Assisted/Hybrid Course?
Classroom students attend in-class lectures as well as labs and testing.
When are courses offered?
COEMST offers three EMT programs per year. The courses run January through April, May through August and September through December. The classes are always held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm until 9:30pm.
What are the steps to enrollment?
ADMISSIONS PROCESS FOR EMT BASIC
1. Application Procedure: A completed application and payment of the $150.00 non-refundable application fee must be submitted. Applications must be downloaded then mailed or emailed back to the program.
- Application fee may be paid via check or money order and mailed to 20 Industrial Dr, St F Lexington, Oh 44904.
- Let us know if you want to pay by credit card. We'll email you an invoice. There is a 3% fee. - Click here for application
2. Submit a copy of a valid BLS level CPR card with your application that will not expire for the duration of the class time. If you do not have a valid BLS card please indicate on your application whether you will be obtaining one elsewhere. or are enrolled in a Central Ohio EMS Training CPR Course. That course is always held on the first Saturday after the course begins.
3. Purchase required textbook and materials.
No physical or drug screen required
How much is the tuition and what does it include?
What costs are not included in the tuition?
Tuition does not include;
What supplies are required?
- B/P Cuff
- Stethoscope
- Safety Glasses (Click link for example)
- 1 box of gloves (latex free)
- Laptop with email and internet access
- Microsoft Office with at least Word and Power Point
Are there any payment plans?
The $150 deposit is due when you register for the class, then the remainder of the tuition may be paid in two seperate payments. The first payment of $600.00 is due on the first day of class. The second payment of $600.00 is due two weeks after the course begins.
What is the dress code /uniform policy?
- Central Ohio EMS Training polo (white)
- Central Ohio EMS Training polo (blue)
You will sign up for the polos on the first day of class
- Students are required to wear black or navy blue EMS or Dickie type pants, black belt, and black shoes or boots. You may purchase these anywhere you like. No scrubs or leggings.
- This uniform is not required until the second week of class.
What are the pre-requisites to enrolling in the EMT Course?
Students must meet the following requirements:
What is the required textbook package?
What is some important information specific to the Web-Assisted/Hybrid Course?
The program runs synchronously with the scheduled classroom program. All assignments and deadlines are the same.
What resources are included in the textbook package?
COEMST uses the Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and InjuredEleventh Edition textbook package. This format utilizes an online system called NAVIGATE. Inside NAVIGATE both the classroom and the web-assisted/hybrid students will acces all assignments, quizzes, workbook, videos, PPT's skill sheets, etc. Also included is an E-Book and an Audio book.
What is our pass rate for the EMT level?
2018 - 98%
What is our employment rate?
100% of COEMST graduates that have chosen to work in EMS are employed.
What are the clinical requirements?
Students must complete a minimum of ten hours in a pre-hospital clinical setting. Additionally students must complete nine adult assessments and one pediatric assessment during their clinical time. This is done in the pre-hospital environment in an agency or department that is contracted with our program. Most of the agencies are within a 60-mile radius of our Lexington location. If you are considering enrolling in the online program, please keep this in mind. It is common to require more than ten hours to complete all ten assessments and as a web-assisted-hybrid student you will be required to drive to the clinical location(s). The average clinical time is thirty hours to attain the needed 10 assessments.
What is Platinum EMS Testing?
Platinum EMS Testing is an online testing program used by COEMST to administer validated exams. It is used by COEMST for high stakes exams including module exams and the final exam.
Can I purchase the textbook somewhwere else or buy it used?
Yes you can purchase the textbook somewhwere else or buy it used, however, it is VERY IMPORTANT to make sure you are using the correct ISBN. This is a package that inlcudes Navigate 2 Premier Access. If you purchase just the textbook, you will still need to purchase the digital access.
What if another agency is paying for my course?
If your course is being paid for by an EMS/Fire agency, WIOA, etc, you do not have to submit the application fee as it is included in the tuition that is billed to your agency. It's important for student's to know specifically what expenses their agency will pay for.
Who is not eligible to enroll in the web-assisted/hybrid course?
Student's enrolled through North Central State College or the VA, are not eligible to enroll in the web-assisted/hybrid course and must enroll in the classroom course.
Is COEMST approved to accept WIOA?
Yes, COEMST is an approved provider for the WIOA program. Student's enrolled through WIOA are not eligible to enroll in the web-assisted/hybrid course and must enroll in the classroom course.
What if I have a felony, a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, or a violation of any narcotics or controlled substance law?
More Information About Web- Assisted / Hybrid Option 1
Learning Format -ONLINE
While you can view lectures and complete your course work at a time convenient to you, the program does have established weekly deadlines. Discussions, quizzes, and homework are all due at various times during a weekly module. Students should plan to invest, on average, 10-20 hours per week in this program.
Student attends labs with classroom students from 6pm to 9:30 pm. 14 times on average.
Costs*
Tuition: $1350.00
Costs not included in tuition:
Required textbook package:
PHYSICAL TEXTBOOK and DIGITAL ACCESS - $395.21
DIGITAL ACCESS ONLY - $296.61
If you already have the physical textbook or just want to use the included ebook, you can purchase digital access only. This package does NOT include the physical textbook.
Platinum EMS Testing - $50.00
Classroom Polo - $30.00
Clinical Polo - $30.00
NREMT exam fee - $80.00
More Information About Web - Assisted / Hybrid Option 2
Learning Format -ONLINE
Student attends 7 days during the last week of the classroom program.
4 skill days including final psychomotor exam*
1 Hospital clinical shift**
1 Prehospital clinical shift**
Costs*
Tuition: $1850.00
Costs not included in tuition:
Required textbook package:
PHYSICAL TEXTBOOK and DIGITAL ACCESS $$395.21
DIGITAL ACCESS ONLY - $296.61
If you already have the physical textbook or just want to use the included ebook, you can purchase digital access only. This package does NOT include the physical textbook.
Platinum EMS Testing - $50.00
Clinical Polo - $30.00
NREMT exam fee - $80.00