NYU Langone Emergency Medical Technician Program
The NYU Langone Health Emergency Medical Technician Program is an EMT-Basic program that prepares qualified students to become emergency medical technicians. EMTs are first responders and provide emergent basic life support care and treatment in the prehospital setting.
Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the New York State Department of Health Exam for EMT–Basic Certification. EMTs can seek employment with private ambulance inter-facility companies, hospital-based 911 ambulance services, and municipality-based 911 ambulance services. EMT certification is a step in the pathway to Paramedic Certification as well as other medical careers.
Emergency Medical Technician Program Training
Our EMT program is divided in to 18 weeks of training, with classes starting in the fall and spring each year.
Classes are held at NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn. Opens in a new tab at 150 55th Street, in the main auditorium, or at 882 Third Avenue, Industry City Building 10, 3rd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232.
The clinical portion of the program takes place at various NYU Langone campuses.
NYU Langone is approved by the New York State Department of Health to provide EMT-Basic and refresher instruction courses, as well as advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), basic cardiac life support (BCLS), pediatric advanced life support (PALS), and prehospital trauma life support (PHTLS) courses.
Program Admissions & Costs
To be considered for admission to the NYU Langone Health Emergency Medical Technician Program, applicants must submit a completed application as well as meet the following criteria:
As per New York State Department of Health (NYS-DOH) rules and regulations, candidates must be a minimum of 17 years of age by the last day of the month in which the course ends.
Students must provide a government-issued photo ID such as a valid driver’s license, state-issued identification card, green card, or valid passport.
Students must have English comprehension at a high school reading level and ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Criminal Convictions Policy
In accordance with the provisions of the State Emergency Medical Services Code, 10 NYCRR Part 800, applicants for EMS certification or recertification must not have been convicted of certain misdemeanors or felonies. The Department of Health will review all criminal convictions from any federal, military, state, and/or local jurisdiction to determine if such convictions fall within the scope of those specified in Part 800. If the applicant has been convicted of one or more criminal offenses, the Department of Health will consider the eight factors listed under New York State Corrections Law, Section 753, to determine if the applicant represents an unreasonable risk to property or the safety or welfare of the general public.
Certain Family Court or other designated governmental agency findings are also subject to review by the Department of Health. If an applicant is unsure of the status of any court proceeding, they should not sign the “Applications for Emergency Services Certification” (DOH-65).
The regulation does not prevent a candidate with a criminal conviction from attending and completing all of the requirements of an Emergency Medical Services course; however, it may prevent the candidate from becoming certified in New York State until NYS-DOH has reviewed the circumstances of the conviction(s) and made a determination that the candidate does not demonstrate a risk or danger to patients. If NYS-DOH makes such a determination, the candidate will be eligible to take the New York State Practical and Written Certification Examinations, if otherwise qualified. All candidates should be fully informed of these requirements by the certified instructor coordinator at the beginning of the course.
Candidates will not be permitted to take the New York State Practical Examination until the background review and investigation is completed and a determination is made in writing from the NYS-DOH Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems.
Additional Criteria
Applicants should possess manual dexterity and the ability to lift, carry, and balance patients and patient care equipment, in addition to good communication skills.
Applicants who meet the above criteria will be called in for a formal interview with the admissions committee before final consideration of admission. You must obtain medical clearance, which includes proof of certain vaccination/titers before you can begin our program.
Program Costs
Approved students will be provided a tuition-waivered course. Students are responsible for an approximately $25.00 fee to register for the NYS-DOH Written Certifying Examination. Student uniforms, textbooks, and equipment will be supplied by NYU Langone Health.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other factor that cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Program Curriculum & Policies
The curriculum for the NYU Langone Health Emergency Medical Technician Program includes the following courses:
Introduction to Emergency Medical Care
Blood-Borne Pathogens
Medical, Legal, and Ethical Issues
Anatomy and Physiology
Medical Terminology
Life Span Development
Communications and Documentation
Lifting and Moving Patients
Airway
Shock
BLS Resuscitation—American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (AHA CPR) Certification for Healthcare Providers
Patient Assessment
Respiratory Emergencies
Cardiovascular Emergencies
Neurologic Emergencies
Gastrointestinal and Urological Emergencies
Endocrine Emergencies and Hematology
Immunology
Toxicology
Psychiatric Emergencies
Gynecologic Emergencies
Pharmacology
Bleeding and Soft Tissue Injuries
Orthopedic Injuries
Trauma—Head, Spine, Chest, and Abdominal Injuries
Environmental Injuries and Special Considerations
Obstetrics and Neonatal
Pediatrics
Patients with Special Challenges
Transport Operations, Vehicle Extrications, and Special Rescue
Mass Casualty Incidents, Terrorism Response, and Hazardous Materials
Associated Practical Laboratory Skills Sessions
Grading Requirements
Students must achieve a grade of 70 or better on all section exams, as well as the midterm and final exams. In the event of a section exam failure, the student will be offered remediation before sitting for the retest exam. The retest exam must be scheduled before the next scheduled class session. If a passing grade of 70 percent or better is not achieved on the retest, the student is subject to dismissal from the course.
The New York State Department of Health Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems requires that all students pass the performance and written CPR examinations of the AHA as part of the course. Passing for the AHA CPR written examination is an 84 percent or better. Any student unable to pass will be dismissed from the course.
Course Completion Eligibility for Certifying Examinations
Students must achieve an overall final average or 70 percent or better to be eligible to participate in the New York State Final Practical Skills Examination. This average includes all section exams, the midterm exam, and the final exam.
Additional requirements for successful course completion include the following:
a proper attendance record
satisfactory classroom skills performance
CPR certification
successful completion of the following New York State prerequisite FEMA classes, due two months after course commencement: NIMS 100 (ICS 100.C), NIMS 200 (ICS 200.C), NIMS 700 (ICS 700.B), NIMS 800 (ICS 800.D), and HazMat Awareness (ICS 5.A)
satisfactory written examination grades
completion of all clinical requirements
Successful completion of the Practical Skills Examination will qualify the student to take the New York State Written Certifying Examination.
Program Accreditation
This program is approved by the New York State Department of Health to instruct Certified First Responder–Original and Refresher and Emergency Medical Technician–Original and Refresher.