University of California, Santa Barbara

Course Description
91% First time Pass Rate on the NREMT Written Exam
New, state-of-the-art skills lab including MCI Triage Drills and Active Shooter Training
SmartMan Technology to define quality in a clear, objective, and scientific way
Blended online and in-person instruction
Program Description
This program is designed to give the student the skills and knowledge to function as a working Emergency Medical Technician at the basic level. The program is intended for those who want to gain employment as an EMT, firefighter, emergency care technician at a hospital, and Ambulance driver or attendant. It is also for those individuals who are planning on attempting to obtain a higher level of medical training such as RN, PA, or MD as an enhancement for the competitive application process for those professions. The course fulfills Title 22 Guidelines and State Health and Safety Code for EMT-B certification. Successful course completion requires taking the National Registry of EMTs exam which is mandatory for certification in any California county.

The course features classroom lectures and extensive hands-on training including:

Emergency patient care
Basic human anatomy and physiology needed to perform a patient assessment
Recognition of a patient in cardiac arrest
CPR using an AED
Identifying and managing OB-GYN emergencies
Triage and transportation of patients in major disasters
Schedules
This 186-hour course will be offered on weekday evenings and selected Saturdays/Sundays over 20 weeks (two 10-week quarters) or summer intensive over 10 weeks.

EMT CPR Requirement
Per the California Code of Regulations Title 22, EMT students must complete a CPR training equivalent to the current American Heart Association’s Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care at the Healthcare Provider level. The CPR certification is included in the program and tuition.