Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso Branch Community College

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Certificate of Occupational Training

16 credit hours

The Certificate of Occupational Training in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provides students with the skills
necessary to pursue a career as a service provider as an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B).
Upon completion of the certificate students will be able to:
• Perform the duties of an EMT-B in both clinical and operational settings.
• Demonstrate competency of clinical skills at the EMT-B level.
• Identify and treat life threatening conditions according to both national and state standards of care.
• Attain employment as an EMS provider in New Mexico.
Required for Acceptance into the Program:
• Completion of college admission requirements
• Students must be 18 years old at the time of completion
• Mandatory Drug Screening, criminal background checks and other clinical prerequisites will be required for
all EMT students. Students should contact their instructors or talk with their advisors as soon as possible for
more details.