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REGISTRATION DATES: Through August 7, 2020
CLASS DATES: August 25, 2020 - December 15, 2020
Total Hours of Instruction: 120
EMT Exam: Exam Fee is included
Materials: Students will need access to a computer/laptop and internet. All other materials necessary for this program are included
Course Description:
The CVCC Workforce Development Emergency Medical Services is designed to produce competent entry-level EMT’s who can service the community with basic life support care via the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) infrastructure. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible for National Registry testing and certification in Virginia. Employment opportunities are available for Ambulance, Fire and Rescue services, Hospitals, Government Departments, Industrial, and Humanitarian relief organizations. Students will be able to demonstrate the skills necessary to achieve the State and National Registry EMT certification.
Topics:
Certifications:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Certifying Body:
National Registry of Emergency Technicians (NREMT)
Accrediting Body:
Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services
Full Tuition: $1,200 (without financial aid option)
Financial Aid Options Available: Workforce Credentials Grant (WCG) – Student must meet Virginia Domicile criteria. Cost reduced to $400 Financial Aid for Noncredit Training leading to Industry Credential (FANTIC) – Funding based on income limits. Cost reduced to $40 Tobacco Commission - Students that meet Virginia Domicile criteria and live in a county or city eligible for funding through the Tobacco Commission. Cost reduced to $200 Other: Additional resources are available through Community Partners. Cost reduced to $0.
Course offerings, dates and times, and locations are subject to change without notice. For up-to-date information, please call the Workforce Development office. Financial Aid funds are limited, and availability of the reduced tuition costs are contingent upon the allocation and availability of state funds for the program. A student's best option for determining eligibility is to arrange an appointment with Workforce. For information on our cancellation and refund policies, visit our cancellation and refund policies page.