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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
The Emergency Medical Technician program at RICTC is designed for individuals seeking to begin a career in Emergency Medical Services. This entry-level program providers students with the foundational knowledge, clinical skills, and practical experience necessary to assess, treat, and transport patients experiencing medical and traumatic emergencies.
Through comprehensive classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory training, and realistic patient care scenarios, students develop proficiency in patient assessment, airway management, CPR and resuscitation, trauma care, medical emergencies, and EMS operations. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, effective communication, teamwork, and delivering safe, compassionate patient care.
Upon successful completion, students are prepared to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) EMT certification examination, an important step toward obtaining EMT licensure and beginning a rewarding career in emergency medical services.
