The Emergency Medical Technician program at the Delta-Montrose Technical College is designed to provide initial and on-going training in emergency medical care for EMS providers. Students may earn initial or refresher certificates as an EMT Basic or EMT Intermediate. Students who successfully complete the EMT Basic or EMT Intermediate training will be prepared to take the National Registry Certification exam. The EMT Basic and Intermediate training follows the most current Department of Transportation curriculum.

EMTs work under the direction of a physician to provide sick or injured individuals with emergency treatment and transport to a medical facility. EMTS are employed or volunteer with fire departments, hospitals, and ambulance services. Emotional stability, good dexterity, agility, physical coordination, the ability to lift and carry heavy loads, good eyesight, accurate color vision, and good math, reading, and writing skills are all important qualities for a successful career in emergency medical services.

According to the DMTC and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Occupational Employment Statistics Survey in 2007, EMTs have the possibility of earning the following occupational wages:

The DMTC offers multple EMT-B courses each year at the Delta Campus, and typically offers one in paonia each year, beginning in January for North Fork Valley residents. Below is a summary of the cost and curriculum associated with the EMT-B course.

EMT-Basic Course

Additional Training Available through the DMTC:

Wilderness First Responder

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EMT-B Students in Action:

Having Fun with Skills Practice!