Emergency Medical Technician
Do you thrive under pressure? When the alarm sounds, can you go from zero to 60, channeling your adrenaline into quick, decisive action? Do you possess the empathy to evaluate tense situations and the compassion to provide lifesaving assistance? If so, you may have a bright future as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)!
At Iowa Lakes Community College, we designed our EMT program to transform your passion for helping others into a rewarding and inspiring career. Led by expert instructors with years of real-world experience, our program combines industry-standard practices with cutting-edge technology to ensure you receive the highest quality training. Let us help you grow your instinct to serve into a fulfilling profession.
Our EMT classes are based on the National EMT Educational Standards, ensuring you receive comprehensive instruction that meets rigorous national guidelines. The program includes classroom lectures, hands-on psychomotor skills practice, and 48 hours of clinical/field training. This combination of learning environments provides you with the experience needed to handle a variety of emergency situations with confidence. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification exam.
Tuition for the program covers everything you need to succeed:
- Expert instruction
- AAOS paperback textbook
- Access to Platinum Planner/EMS Testing
- Background checks
- EMT startup kit
- Uniform shirt
- First attempt at the NREMT Cognitive exam
However, fees for physicals and immunizations are not included and will be the student’s responsibility.
Don’t wait to start making a difference. Sign up for the Emergency Medical Technician program at Iowa Lakes Community College today and begin your journey toward a career that saves lives!
PROGRAM DETAILS
COST
$1,530
LOCATION
Emmetsburg
DATES & TIMES
October 12, 2026 – March 22, 2027, Mondays & Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
LOOKING FOR TUITION ASSISTANCE?
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a GAP Scholarship-eligible program. Use GAP funds for Emergency Medical Technician classes!
The GAP Tuition Assistance program provides needs-based tuition assistance for approved short-term continuing education training programs for in-demand occupations.
Since non-credit programs are not eligible for federal financial aid, the GAP Tuition Assistance program bridges the funding gap for individuals who meet program and income guidelines.
