Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Medical Technician Courses

EMS professionals are available to answer questions, provide educational resources, and conduct in-person lab sessions. Our goal is to offer you the best educational experience with clinical and lab components of the EMS course.

EMT Courses We Offer

Hybrid and Online Course

EMR and Nurse to EMT Hybrid bridge

Online Accelerated Labs with Skills Course

EMT Refresher In-Person and Online

Common Questions About Our EMT Services

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Lab Session Dates

This comprehensive EMT curriculum integrates laboratory and lecture components with online resources to provide students with a well-rounded education.

Hybrid and Online Course Session Dates for 2026:

Weekday Evenings: Mondays and Thursdays:

Time: 5:30 PM- 9:30 PM

  • Jan: 12th, 15th, 19th, 22nd, 26th, 29th, Feb: 2nd, 5th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th-Exam and Psychomotor skills

Course Overview

This course provides students with the initial opportunity to acquire EMR (Emergency Medical Responder) certification, which can subsequently be followed by EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certification. Through this program, students can simultaneously obtain both credentials.

Online Learning Features

  • Interactive modules tailored to various learning styles.
  • Full online access for 2 years (or downloadable options).
  • Online coursework can begin before lab sessions start.
  • EMS professionals are available for support via phone, email, and in-person guidance during lab sessions.

This course will teach you to become an EMT in the areas of employment on an ambulance, in the emergency department, medical event coverage, or with a transportation service.

EMT Lab Sessions

  • Monday & Thursday Evenings
  • Day and Saturday Sessions

Included Certifications

AHA Basic Life Support CPR (BLS) is included in the lab portion at no extra fee.

Online and Lab Integration

Students are not obligated to complete all online coursework prior to the commencement of the first laboratory session. Online modules can be concurrently completed with laboratory sessions, thereby facilitating flexibility in the learning process.

EMR Credential Opportunity

The first half of the course provides an opportunity to earn your EMR certification (additional fee required for the exam). Once the EMR exam is passed, students can utilize their skills in the EMS field while continuing their education through the EMT program.

Program Standard

The EMT Hybrid course is based on Minnesota and National EMS Education Standards that will govern the way that you learn and practice EMS. Additionally, this course meets the current American Heart Association guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Students will learn to:

  • Safely assess and manage emergency situations encountered in pre-hospital environments.
  • Develop expertise in areas such as ambulance operation, emergency department services, clinic settings, EMS teams, event work, fire/police department assistance, and transportation roles.

Curriculum

The course utilizes the latest curriculum, Emergency Care, which illustrates best practices in EMS systems and provides a nationwide perspective for EMTs.

EMT Hybrid Online and Lab Course:

  • Included: - For classroom use, clinical practice and professional use:
    • A polo school uniform shirt
    • Badge to be worn in class and at students’ clinical
    • Stethoscope w Blood Pressure cuff, Safety glasses
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR course is completed in the laboratory setting. A background check is required for all clinical experiences, with the exception of those at North Memorial. This must be completed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through fingerprinting, and there will be associated fees. The completion of this will require a lead time.
  • With over 10 patient contacts in diverse EMS locations, including live patients and simulated scenarios when necessary, we provide a comprehensive clinical experience. Our services encompass ambulance operations in North Metro and rural areas, clinics, emergency departments, event coverage in the Twin Cities, and transportation services. Through partnerships with EMS companies, students can effectively apply their newly acquired skills in real-world EMS emergencies.
  • Lab classroom where skills training is conducted by EMS educators with extensive EMS experience and guest speakers.
  • Comprehensive Online Program Access
    • Gain access to an online program for a two-year period, including a downloadable version. The program encompasses over 100 hours of online content, including audio, eText, multimedia featuring videos and 3D images, quizzes/tests, and flashcards. Users can access this program through platforms such as Blackboard Learn, Brightspace by D2L, Canvas, or Moodle.
  • Enhanced Learning Resources
    • Complement your learning experience with access to a wide range of educational videos.
  • A comprehensive written and psychomotor skills exam is available, with an optional second attempt provided free of charge.

Bring to Lab on Day 1:

  • A Laptop
  • A Completed Online Concussion Certificate to the Lab
  • Attire (EMS Professional Attire with Each Lab with Skills Required).
  • SAL Shirt (Provided)
  • Supplies (Provided)
  • If You Have a Current AHA BLS CPR Card, Then You Will Not Need to Complete CPR in Our Course. Please Provide Your Card for Proof.
  • A Syllabus Will Be Provided after Registration for the Course

Accessibility, Lodging, Parking and Dinning

  • The City Bus Line Commences Service Directly In Front Of Our Building.
  • Multiple Free Parking Spaces Available
  • Accommodations are available in the vicinity.
  • Dining Options at Multiple Restaurants
  • A fully equipped kitchen is available on-site for the convenience of students.

EMT Online & Accelerated Labs with Skills Course
(Emergency Medical Technician)

SAVE A LIFE CORPORATION’s hybrid EMT course provides the flexibility of online learning combined with hands-on practical labs to deliver a comprehensive educational experience.

LAB with Skills Information

All online course work must be completed before registering for lab with skills dates.

  • Students has up to 6 months after purchasing to redeem the lab included with the skills course.
  • Each day, the Laboratory and skill component of this course are completed in mulitple session.
  • Practice scenarios; Written exam; Psychomotor skills, and the Clinical is on the last day (options with Ambulance, Events and scenarios).
  • The Lab and Skills portion of this course is completed over many sessions. Students must attend all lab/skills sessions and cannot substitute them with other instructor-led dates because the syllabus is completed at a different pace.

ALL ONLINE COURSEWORK MUST BE COMPETED BEFORE ATTENDING A LABORATORY SESSION WITH SKILLS.

  • Students have a one-year grace period after purchasing the course to redeem the laboratory with skills course.
  • Each day, the laboratory and skills components of this course are completed in multiple consecutive sessions; Monday through Saturday.
  • Students are required to attend all laboratory and skills sessions and cannot substitute them with other instructor-led dates because the syllabus is completed at a different pace.
  • Assessment Components:
    • Written Exam
    • Psychomotor Skills Assessment
    • Clinical Examination (Options: Ambulance, Events, Scenarios)
  • The required clinical component can be started in the evening on Friday and the final day Saturday; (options with Ambulance, Events, and Scenarios, if 10 are not achieved).

Lab and Skills Dates 2026

Weekday Day: Mondays - Saturday:

Time: 8:30AM – 5:30 PM

  • Feb: 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st
  • March:
    2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
    23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th
  • April: 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th
    27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, May 1st, 2nd
  • May: 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th
  • June:
    1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
    15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th
    22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th
  • July:
    6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
    20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th
    27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st, August 1st
  • Aug:
    3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
    10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th
  • Sept: 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th
    TBD
  • OCT-DEC: More dates to follow

Important Policies

  • If online course work is found incomplete, you will be removed from the lab/skills sessions until online requirements are met.
  • A Minimum Age of 16 Years Is Recommended to Begin This Program

Features

Online learning at your individual pace for up to 1 year (Before Skills), with an interactive program that has many different modules to meet your learning style. EMS professionals are available to answer/educate each student over the phone, via email, and in-person lab sessions.

Prepare for employment in roles such as:

  • Ambulance Services
  • Emergency Departments
  • Medical Event Coverage
  • Transportation Services

EMT Online & Accelerated Labs with Skills Course

  • Included: - For classroom use, clinical practice and professional use:
    • A polo school uniform shirt
    • Badge to be worn in class and at students’ clinical
    • Stethoscope w Blood Pressure cuff, Safety glasses
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR course is completed in the laboratory setting. A background check is required for all clinical experiences, with the exception of those at North Memorial. This must be completed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through fingerprinting, and there will be associated fees. The completion of this will require a lead time.
  • With over 10 patient contacts in diverse EMS locations, including live patients and simulated scenarios when necessary, we provide a comprehensive clinical experience. Our services encompass ambulance operations in North Metro and rural areas, clinics, emergency departments, event coverage in the Twin Cities, and transportation services. Through partnerships with EMS companies, students can effectively apply their newly acquired skills in real-world EMS emergencies.
  • Lab classroom where skills training is conducted by EMS educators with extensive EMS experience and guest speakers.
  • Comprehensive Online Program Access
    • Gain access to an online program for a two-year period, including a downloadable version. The program encompasses over 100 hours of online content, including audio, eText, multimedia featuring videos and 3D images, quizzes/tests, and flashcards. Users can access this program through platforms such as Blackboard Learn, Brightspace by D2L, Canvas, or Moodle.
  • Enhanced Learning Resources
    • Complement your learning experience with access to a wide range of educational videos.
  • A comprehensive written and psychomotor skills exam is available, with an optional second attempt provided free of charge.

Bring to Lab on Day 1:

  • A Laptop
  • A Completed Online Concussion Certificate to the Lab
  • Attire (EMS Professional Attire with Each Lab with Skills Required).
  • SAL Shirt (Provided)
  • Supplies (Provided)
  • If You Have a Current AHA BLS CPR Card, Then You Will Not Need to Complete CPR in Our Course. Please Provide Your Card for Proof.
  • A Syllabus Will Be Provided after Registration for the Course

EMT Refresher Course
(Emergency Medical Technician)

EMS professionals are available to answer/educate each student over the phone, via email, and during in-person lab sessions. We aim to deliver the premier EMS educational experience, encompassing coursework, clinical training, and hands-on labs. This course prepares you for employment opportunities in ambulance services, emergency departments, medical event coverage, or transportation services.

Course Requirements

You must be a current EMT to take this course. Practical psychomotor skill stations will be reviewed, but not state tested. These can be completed in another course if needed. Didactic, NREMT requirement hours, and scenarios are practiced in the classroom. A Minimum Age of 16 Years Is Recommended to Begin This Program

Course Content

Our EMT refresher course covers the NCCP Model:

  • 20 Hours NCCR
  • 4 Hours LCCR/State
  • Additional Balance of 6 Hours LCCR/State and 10 Hours ICCR to Be Obtained Independently

Lab Session Dates 2026:

Weekend: Friday, Saturday and Sunday:

Time: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

  • January: 30th, 31st, February: 1st
  • March: 27th, 28th, 29th

Weekday Evenings: Mondays and Thursdays:

Time: 5:30 AM- 9:30 PM. 40 hours in person Lab

  • January: 15th, 19th, 22nd, 26th, 29th, February: 2nd, 5th, 9th, 12th, 16th

This course is based on the EMS Education Standards that will govern the way we learn and practice EMS. It meets the current American Heart Association guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Course Overview

The current edition of Emergency Care of EMS shows activities and standard practices of EMS systems and EMTs around the country. We follow local protocols and recognize EMTs as an integral part of organized emergency medical services teams. EMTs are trained to:

  • Recognize and safely assess crisis situations.
  • Manage patients of an emergency nature in pre-hospital settings, emergency departments, clinics, and other scenarios, including fire and police departments, event work, and transportation services.

EMT Refresher NCCP Course Includes

  • NCCP Model: 20 hours NCCR, 4 hours LCCR/State
  • Ability to obtain additional CE hours towards the NREMT
  • AHA BLS CPR course valid for 2 years
  • 24 hours of classroom lecture and skills with EMS instructors
  • *Attendance/Refund policy signature required

EMR and Nurse to EMT Hybrid BRIDGE Course

The EMR and Nurse to EMT Hybrid BRIDGE Course is designed for Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) and nurses seeking to enhance their qualifications and transition into EMT roles. This course offers flexible online learning that accommodates various learning styles, providing full access for two years, alongside downloadable materials.

Program Structure

Our program supports individual-paced learning through interactive online modules complemented by in-person lab sessions. EMS professionals are readily available to assist and educate students via phone, email, and lab sessions, ensuring an optimal educational experience. This course equips participants for careers in ambulance services, emergency departments, medical event coverage, or transportation services.

Lab Session Dates 2026:

Weekday Evenings: Mondays and Thursdays:

Time: 5:30 AM- 9:30 PM

  • Feb: 2nd, 5th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th-Exam and Psychomotor skills

Course Details

Online course completion is not mandatory prior to lab dates. The Online work can be completed while in the course prior to each lab for the evening course. A Minimum Age of 16 Years Is Recommended to Begin This Program

Course Objectives

The EMR and Nurse to EMT Hybrid Course solidifies existing skills while expanding expertise in emergency medical techniques. Students learn to recognize, assess, and manage crisis situations effectively in pre-hospital settings, preparing them to work across various EMS environments, including ambulances, emergency departments, clinics, event coverage, and transportation services.

The EMR and Nurse-EMT Bridge Course Includes:

  • AHA BLS CPR course (in class)
  • Background check
  • Clinical (10+) patient contacts in a variety of EMS locations (NOT scenarios but LIVE PATIENTS). These include ambulance services (North Metro/Rural), clinics, emergency departments, event coverage around the Twin Cities, and transportation services. We have contracts with EMS companies so students can have the MOST effective learning experiences with their newly acquired skills on REAL-LIFE EMS EMERGENCIES.
  • Lab classroom (50+ hours) with EMS educators who have years of EMS experience, along with guest speakers.
  • Online access for 2 years and/or downloadable content: 100+ hours of online program materials, including audio, eText, multimedia with videos and 3D images, quizzes/tests, and flashcards. This program can be accessed through Blackboard Learn, Brightspace by D2L, Canvas, or Moodle.
  • Access to educational videos for additional learning.
  • Written and psychomotor skills exam with a FREE second attempt.
  • The SAVE A LIFE CORPORATION package includes a polo uniform shirt and badge to be worn in class and during students' clinical sessions.
  • Vitals supplies to be used during lab sessions and brought to students' clinical patient contacts.

Please add the course date to the MEMO with payment.
All online products are NON-REFUNDABLE once redeemed.

Bring to the First Class

  • A laptop to redeem your eCode for the online and eText. If not already redeemed.
  • A current copy of your EMR Certification card.
  • If the AHA BLS CPR card is current, please bring it to class. If you do, then you will not need to complete our course.

Additional Fees

  • Required classroom uniform: SAL polo and/or white short/long-sleeved dress shirt, EMT black or navy dress pants, EMS boots, or black shoes for the classroom.
  • Clinical uniform: Every student is required to wear a SAVE A LIFE CORPORATION polo, EMT or 511 pants, and EMS boots.
  • The NREMT exam is to be paid for at the examination station of your choice. Cost: $100. Exam Type: Computer Adaptive. Questions: 70–120. Time Limit: 2 hours.
  • A paper textbook can be purchased for an additional fee.

The student will receive:

Questions and Answers

ANSWER

Yes it is the same state approved course.

ANSWER

Yes it is. The Minnesota EMSRB has approved this course.

ANSWER

Once you complete your written exam and psychomotor skills, you MUST register to take the NREMT registry exam.

ANSWER

Yes. Minnesota will not recognize your EMT course until you pass the NREMT Pearson exam.

ANSWER

Yes. 100 & 700. FEMA. There are numerous exams, but we only require two. If you’re in law enforcement or fire fighting, you’ve likely already taken these exams.

ANSWER

Yes we are approved by the MN POST BOARD for CE’s.

ANSWER
  • Lab sessions are held in person on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM for our evening courses.
  • Weekdays Monday through Saturdays, 0830-5:30 PM
ANSWER
  • The course utilizes the latest curriculum, Emergency Care, which illustrates best practices in EMS systems and provides a nationwide perspective for EMTs
ANSWER
  • The EMT Hybrid course is structured in accordance with the Minnesota and National EMS Education Standards, which will govern the manner in which you acquire and practice EMS skills.
  • Furthermore, this course complies with the current American Heart Association guidelines for CPR and ECC. Students will learn to:
    – Safely assess and manage emergency situations encountered in pre-hospital environments.
    – Acquire comprehensive expertise in various domains, including ambulance operation, emergency department services, clinic environments, EMS teams, event coordination, fire/police department support, and transportation roles.
ANSWER

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR is included in the laboratory portion at no additional cost.

ANSWER

The initial phase of the course offers an opportunity to acquire your EMR certification (an additional fee is incurred for the examination). Upon successful completion of the EMR exam, students can effectively apply their acquired skills within the EMS domain while simultaneously pursuing their ongoing education through the EMT program.

ANSWER
  • Interactive modules designed to cater to diverse learning preferences.
  • Comprehensive online access for a two-year period (or downloadable alternatives).
  • The ability to commence coursework prior to the commencement of laboratory sessions.
  • Dedicated EMS professionals are available to provide support through phone, email, and inperson guidance during laboratory sessions.
ANSWER

The City Bus Line Commences Service Directly In Front Of Our Building.

ANSWER
  • Multiple Free Parking Spaces Available
ANSWER
  • Accommodations are available in the vicinity
ANSWER

Dining Options are at Multiple Restaurants

ANSWER

This course will teach you to become an EMT in the areas of employment on an ambulance, in the emergency department, medical event coverage, or with a transportation service.

LOCATION

SAVE A LIFE Training Center
1557 Coon Rapids Blvd NW
Suite # 200
Coon Rapids, MN. 55433