Emergency Medical Technician Training

Be the First to Make a Difference

When emergencies happen, every second counts - EMTs are often the first on the scene to provide lifesaving care. In this course, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to deliver essential medical support and safely transport patients in need.
Program Highlights
  • Gain real-world skills through labs, simulations, and ride-alongs.
  • Master everything from airway management and trauma care in as little as 8–16 weeks.
  • Prepare for the NREMT exam with expert guidance and career support.

    • Next Start Date

    October 22

    Time to Complete

    24 weeks

    In-person Classes

    7 hours per week

    The Skills You Need to Save Lives

    Our EMT-Basic course gives you the hands-on training and essential knowledge to respond with confidence when every second counts.

    01Deliver Critical Patient Care

    Learn to assess patients, manage airways, and deliver life-saving interventions for respiratory, cardiac, and trauma-related emergencies. Gain the confidence to act quickly and effectively in high-pressure situations.

    02Handle Trauma and Medical Emergencies

    Develop the ability to respond to bleeding, shock, fractures, allergic reactions, diabetic crises, and other urgent conditions with confidence and precision. Be prepared to adapt your care to meet the needs of patients in diverse and unpredictable scenarios.

    03Operate Safely in the Field

    Master EMS operations including scene size-up, hazardous materials awareness, and safe patient transport in diverse environments. Work seamlessly with other first responders to ensure patient and provider safety from start to finish.

    Get Certified

    Prepare for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam, the standard for EMT licensure.

    Graduate with the knowledge, hands-on experience, and test readiness to earn your certification and start your career in emergency medical services.
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    Career Outcomes for EMTs

    Join the Front Lines of Emergency Care

    • In San Antonio, demand for EMTs is expected to remain strong thanks to the city’s growing metro population of 2.6 million, its reputation as a regional healthcare hub, and its extensive network of hospitals, military medical facilities, and emergency service providers. This steady demand means graduates can expect consistent job opportunities across public, private, and event-based EMS settings.
    • In Texas, the U.S. Department of Labor projects emergency medical technicians to grow 24% between 2022–2032. In the short term, Texas EMT positions are expected to grow 3.7% by 2026. Growth is driven by expanding call volumes, an aging population, and the need for rapid response capabilities in both rural and urban areas.

    What You’ll Learn in Our EMT-Basic Course

    Comprehensive Curriculum. Real-World Skills.

    Our EMT-Basic program prepares you with the hands-on training needed to save lives in emergencies. Through a blend of classroom instruction, skills labs, and field experience, you’ll learn how to assess patients, manage airways, treat trauma, and respond to a variety of urgent medical situations.

    The curriculum covers everything from anatomy and physiology to EMS operations and patient communication. You’ll practice your skills through simulated scenarios, ride-alongs, and clinical rotations—working alongside experienced EMTs to apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings.

    Learn the principles of emergency medical services, including EMT roles, ethics, and patient safety.

    What you will learn:

    • EMT scope of practice
    • Medical, legal, and ethical issues
    • Anatomy and physiology
    • Pathophysiology basics
    • Life span development

    Gain the skills to ensure a clear airway, provide oxygen, and assist breathing in emergencies.

    What you will learn:

    • Airway assessment
    • Suctioning techniques
    • Oxygen delivery methods
    • Bag-valve-mask use
    • Artificial ventilation

    Learn a systematic approach to assessing and monitoring patients in any situation.

    What you will learn:

    • Scene size-up
    • Primary assessment
    • Vital signs
    • Secondary assessment
    • Reassessment and documentation

    Understand how to recognize and treat common and life-threatening medical conditions.

    What you will learn:

    • Cardiac emergencies
    • Respiratory issues
    • Diabetic crises
    • Allergic reactions
    • Poisoning and overdose

    Learn to manage injuries from accidents, violence, and environmental hazards.

    What you will learn:

    • Bleeding control
    • Shock management
    • Fracture stabilization
    • Head and spine injuries
    • Environmental emergencies

    Prepare for field operations and learn to adapt care for patients with unique needs.

    What you will learn:

    • Pediatric care
    • Obstetric emergencies
    • Geriatric considerations
    • Hazardous materials awareness
    • Multiple casualty incidents

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    An EMT-Basic is trained to provide basic emergency medical care and safe transportation (such as ambulance transportation) for patients who are sick or injured. They are often the first healthcare providers on the scene and complete critical steps including patient assessments.

    Successful completion of the course typically takes 24 weeks, with an additional 2 weeks for clinicals.

    You must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, possess a valid photo ID, and meet any program-specific background check and drug screening requirements.

    Yes. You’ll train in skills labs, participate in simulated emergency scenarios, and complete ride-alongs or clinical rotations to apply your learning in real-world settings.

    You’ll be prepared to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam, required for EMT licensure in most states.

    EMT-Basics can work in ambulance services, fire departments, hospital emergency rooms, event medical standby teams, and search and rescue operations.

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    Call (210) 458-7223 or sign up to receive more information on this training
    Schedule

    October 22, 2025 - April 23, 2026

    Wednesdays & Thursdays
    6:00 - 9:30pm
    In-person Classroom
    $3,200

    Financing options available including payment plans and SA: Ready to Work grants.

    Clinical rotations continue through May 7, 2026

    Applicants must be at least 18 years old

    A background check is required for enrollment

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    Connect With Us

    (210) 458-7223

    ivan.melchor@utsa.edu

    501 W Cesar Chavez Blvd., San Antonio, TX, 78207

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