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Emergency Medical TechnicianBe a critical member of the professional health care team. On an ambulance, for a fire department or in an emergencyroom, the EMT is a vital link in the emergency medical service system.

The Foothill EMT Program, including the HLTH 5prerequisite course, may be completed in three quarters orless. All classes meet in the evening at the Foothill College Middlefield Campus in Palo Alto.

PrerequisitesTo be considered for admission to the program, you mustachieve successful completion of the HLTH 5: EmergencyResponse course or the American Red Cross EmergencyResponse certificate.

In addition to the two above-mentioned certificates,either the American Heart Association BLS Health CareProvider card or the American Red Cross CPR for theProfessional Rescuer card must be obtained. For additionalinformation, access www.foothill.edu/programs/emt.

Program ProfileThe EMT Program consists of three courses:HLTH 5 Emergency Response (prerequisite course)*EMT 304 EMT–Basic Part AEMT 305 EMT–Basic Part B

Foothill also offers the EMT 303 course, a refreshercontinuing education course.

*Not required if the American Red Cross certificates havealready been obtained.

Summary of Course OfferingsHLTH 5: Emergency Response (5 units)This class provides the first-responder with the knowledge andskills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life, reducepain, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illnessuntil advanced medical help can arrive. Upon successfulcompletion of the course, you receive American Red Crosscertificates in emergency response and CPR for the professional rescuer.

EMT 304: EMT–Basic Part A (3 units)This is the first of two courses required to be eligible to takethe state’s written and practical exam for certification as anEmergency Medical Technician I.

The course is designed to instruct you to the level ofEmergency Medical Technician-Basic who serves as a vital linkin the chain of the health care team. It is recognized that themajority of pre-hospital emergency medical care will beprovided by the EMT-Basic.

The course includes all skills necessary for you to provideemergency medical care at a basic, life support-level, includingCPR, advance care of trauma victim, childbirth, extrication, andother medical complications with a fire department or otherspecialized service.

EMT 305: EMT–Basic Part B (4 units)This is the second of two courses required to be eligible to takethe state’s written and practical exam for certification as anEmergency Medical Technician I. Course includes continuationof developing skills introduced in the EMT 304 course.

Continuing EducationEMT 303: EMT–Basic Continuing Education (1.5 units)This class is a review of the major knowledge and skillscomponents of an EMT course that meets continuing educationand recertification requirements, including hazardous materialsawareness, basic life support, and OSHA bloodbornepathogen/infection control training.

The prerequisite for the EMT 303 course requires you topossess a current EMT–1 certificate, or an expired certificationof no longer than 24 months, and have a current certification inAmerican Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or AmericanHeart Association BLS Health Care Provider. Additionalrestrictions may apply. For more information, call (650) 949-6955.

Program Fee InformationFor the most current course fee information, accesswww.foothill.edu/bio/programs/emt.

About Foothill CollegeFoothill College is located on El Monte Road in Los AltosHills, just off Interstate 280, midway between San Jose andSan Francisco. The Foothill College Middlefield Campus islocated minutes from U.S. 101 at 4000 Middlefield Road inPalo Alto.

Since opening in 1958, Foothill College has beenrecognized as one of the outstanding community colleges inthe country. Foothill College offers outstanding instructionand student support services, including counseling, tutoringand financial aid.

The Emergency Medical Technician Program is offered by the Biological & Health Sciences Division. For moreinformation, access www.foothill.edu/bio or call (650) 949-6955 or (650) 949-6950.

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