Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
Total 105 Hours hrs.
Program Training Plan
This program is for students who have completed a Utah EMT program and seeking the Intermediate level. It includes the following skill competencies: Foundations of AEMT are, pharmacology, venous access and medication administration, airway, physical examination, patient assessment, communications, hemorrhage and shock, respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, diabetic emergencies, training in ACLS and PALS, allergic reactions, and overdose. Employment possibilities as an EMT will increase with these additional skills and knowledge.
Program Overview
| Locations | Thanksgiving Point |
| Completion Time | Average 4 Months |
| Tuition | $1.70/per hour |
| High School Cost | Free Tuition (until H.S. graduation) + $340 Fees Total Fees for High School Student = $340.00 |
| Adult Cost | $178.50 Tuition + $340 Fees + $40 Application Fee Total Tuition & Fees for Adult Student = $558.50 |
| Extra Supply Cost | *Supply cost will vary, see instructor for details |
| Avg. Starting Wage | $30,990 Yearly ($14.90 /hr) |
| Certifications | MATC Certificate of Proficiency (COP) |
Students will be required to purchase class textbooks and equipment that may be necessary for program requirements. Please see instructors for additional cost estimation. Program Fees include all course fees and state test fees.
Program Length
105 HoursCourse Prerequisites
• MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OF AGE within 120 days of course completion.
• All students must be certified EMT and have current CPR Certification through American Heart Association (Health Care Provider).
• As part of the admission process, ALL students are required to complete a basic assessment of reading and math skills. The test is free and takes approximately 1 hr to complete. For additional information, call the Testing Center at: (801) 753-4110.
Summer/Fall/Spring Schedule
| Campus | Completion Time | Days | Time |
| Thanksgiving Point | 4 Months | M & F Evenings | 6:00 - 9:00pm |
| H.S. Class Dates | Fall: August 20, 2012 - January 7, 2013 Spring: January 11, 2013 - May 20, 2013 | ||
| Adult Class Dates | Fall: August 20, 2012 - January 7, 2013 Spring: January 11, 2013 - May 20, 2013 | ||
This program is available for High School Students; however, please note that both the age prerequisite of 18 year old, and the EMT Certification must be completed before any student can enroll into the EMT Advanced program. |
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State Certification Testing Information:
All Utah State fees required for certification are included in fees paid to MATC at registration. This includes TB testing, Utah State testing, and notarized application fees. Completion of this course does NOT guarantee certification with the State of Utah as an AEMT nor guarantee that you will be recommended for certification with the state. Each student must meet all of the requirements of an AEMT in order to be considered for recommendation. In addition, students will be required to finish ALL State testing and retesting within 120 days of the last day of the program. There are both a written and practical test required by the state.
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The Bureau of Emergency Medical Service (BEMS) is planning to enact a new training standard in fall of 2011. This may affect program hours and cost. Students will be notified as soon as possible of any changes. Program dates, times, tuition and fees are subject to change.
Please see our Refund Policy.
