How do I get into the college and into the EMT training program?

New students should apply for Admission you are not required to take the placement test. However, it is an option to help you continue your educational goals.

Do I have to be 18 to take the EMT course?

You must be 18 at the end of the course to be able to take the certification tests.

Will I be certified as an EMT at the end of the course?

At the end of the course you will be provided with a practical test and then you can take the NREMT written test. Upon passing both tests the State of Utah will license you as an EMT.

Is the EMT license transferable to other states?

Most state recognize the NREMT certification that Utah uses to license you. Each state has its own rules and its best to check with the specific state that you would like to move to.

Where can I learn more about state licensure requirements for my program of study?

We have collected information about state licensure requirements for all 50 states on our SLCC Professional Licensure webpage.

Can I take my EMT course from other schools and then take the SLCC Advanced EMT course?

Prior Learning credit can be awarded to those who completed their training with another provider and are licensed by the State of Utah. Students must be pursing the AEMT program to be awarded the credit allowing you to register for our AEMT course. Use this form to send in your documentation of learning and let us know you're wanting credit for our HSEM 2300 EMT course. If you believe you qualify for credit, but don’t know what to submit or where to start, email cpl@slcc.edu for guidance. We’re here to help!

• Course: HSEM 2300 Emergency Medical Technician (10 elective credits).
• Pre-Requisite: 18 years of age with no major felony convictions.
• Length: Approximately 12 weeks.
• All students will complete the required Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (AHA) certification training during the course with no additional fee.
• The course of instruction includes treatment of medical emergencies, including trauma injuries, shock treatment, bleeding, illness, bandaging, splinting, and taking of vital signs. The NREMT psychomotor test is included as part of the course. It will be conducted at the end of the course.

Livestream/Zoom In-Person Practical Requirements:

Those living outside 50 miles of the Miller Campus have the option to be in-person for weekly practical’s or:

• With an SLCC approved Emergency Medical Services agency the required weekly practical's can be conducted by an off-campus EMS state certified instructor within the service area of the student.
• You must have prior approval from SLCC and your EMS agency for this option and the process can take up to a month to establish, so it must be finalized before classes begin.