Chemeketa Community College
Chemeketa’s EMT program will prepare you for entry-level jobs as an EMT and equip you for passing state and/or national registry exams leading to a license.
You will learn about the human anatomy, emergency medical science and medical terminology as you make your way through the program. You will also learn hands-on skills to allow you to practice medicine once you obtain your EMT license. These skills are learned through intense face to face labs, hospital clinical rotation and ambulance ride time.
Apply to the Program
Apply for admission – Complete the admissions process through the college
Take the placement assessment – The EMT certification program requires a placement assessment and it is recommended that you place at or above the following levels and the EMT program also requires proof of High School completion –
WR080 for writing skills
MTH060 for math skills
Complete new student orientation and meet with an academic advisor (if applicable)
Register for courses during your designated registration period through My Chemeketa .
Co-requisites Requirements
CPR for Healthcare Provider is a co-requisite for the EMT151 and 153 courses. You will take CPR concurrently during your EMT coursework.
The skills assessment course is a co-requisite for the EMT152 and EMT153 courses and is related to your state practical skills testing. The EMT open lab is a required co-requisite for EMT 151, 152, and 153.
Vaccinations are required for this program, please see the requirements in the EMT Information Packet.
Email Kristene Jackson, clinical coordinator, for specific deadlines.
Options for Completing Your EMT Training
EMT151 and EMT152 – two terms, 6 credits each
EMT153 – one term, 12 credits
Upon successful completion of the coursework, you will be eligible to test for the National/written exam and the Oregon/practical skills exam. Once you successfully pass both exams, you will earn two EMT licenses, one for the state of Oregon and one as a nationally licensed EMT.
Chemeketa offers an EMT course every term. The course options vary depending on the term, the course may be a night/weekend class, off-site class, day class, two-term courses or a one-term course. Please check with EMS staff to see which class may fit your schedule. All EMT classes are now offered as a hybrid format and will require regular access to the online E-Learning portal.