EMT is a one-year course of study for mature juniors and seniors who want to serve their community in a growing public safety field. This course provides students with the entry-level knowledge and skills necessary to render prehospital medical care to the sick and injured. It also provides the foundation for advanced training in ParaMedicine. In order to participate in this program, all EMT students must accept the dual-enrollment agreement we have with Southern Maine Community College. The textbook and learning expectations will be at the college level, students needing accommodations would need accommodations approved by SMCC. Students in this program must attend regularly and be able to lift heavy objects. (Preference to seniors)

Through discussion, practical labs, and clinical verifications students are introduced to patient assessment, airway, and respiratory problems, cardiopulmonary resuscitations, oxygen therapy, bleeding control, shock management, soft tissue injuries, fracture care, spinal immobilization, patient triage, and obstetrical, pediatric, environmental and behavioral emergencies. Many students take Firefighting as a junior and move on to the EMT course as a senior.

NOTE: The required age for National Registered EMT-B candidates in Maine is 18 years old at the time of the exam, a student under 18 can still test and receive a Maine license.