Emergency Medical Technician
2 courses · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
EMT 11 Emergency Medical Technician
- Units
- 7
- Hours
- 80-90 Lecture, 96-108 Laboratory
- Prerequisite
- Completion with a C or better in: EMT 405
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will provide EMT students with training to recognize the signs and symptoms of illness and traumatic injuries, as well as instruction on how to perform life-saving skills. This course meets requirements as defined in the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, and is approved by the State of California EMS Authority, and local EMSA Inland Counties EMS Agency (ICEMA). This course includes lecture and laboratory experiences. Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age prior to beginning field experience. A minimum of 24 hours of field experience is included in the course, which consists of clinical rotation at Hospital, and/or ambulance ride along as required in CCR Title 22. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to register for the National Registry licensing examination which is taken off campus at an approved testing site. Students upon successful completion of EMT 405 and EMT 11 may pursue the Emergency Medical Provider Certificate of Achievement. This Certificate prepares students for future entrance into a Paramedic Program.
EMT 405 Emergency Medical Technician Preparation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 40-45 Lecture, 24-27 Laboratory
This course provides students with a foundation in CPR, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, legal issues, pharmacology, and patient assessment. This course is a prerequisite for EMT 11 - Emergency Medical Technician course, which fulfills California Code of Regulations Title 22 requirements. Emergency care knowledge and skills are required for Emergency Medical Technicians, Professional and Volunteer Firefighters, and Peace Officers. Course meets the American Heart Association CPR prerequisite and recommended preparation for admission to the EMT program, and is approved by the Inland County Emergency Medical Agency (ICEMA).