Skip to Content (Press Enter)


  • Academic Calendar
  • Transcripts
  • Testing
  • Instructors
  • Scholarships
  • Continuing Ed.
  • Give to Washburn Tech
  • MyWashburnTech
  • D2L
  • Apply Now
Washburn Tech logo
Close Menu
  • About Us
    • History
    • Core Values
    • Leadership
    • Program Instructors
    • Maps & Directions
    • Business & Community
  • Admissions
    • Meet your recruiters
    • Registrar & Transcripts
    • Testing Services
    • Serving our Veterans
    • Disability Services
    • Residential Living
    • Transition to Washburn
    • Letter of Intent
    • Adult Education (GED)
  • Find Your Program
    • Credit Programs
    • Apprenticeships
    • Adult Education
    • Continuing Education
    • Workforce
    • Career Services
  • Paying for College
    • Costs of Attendance
    • Federal Financial Aid
    • Scholarships
    • Other Aid
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Tools & Textbooks
  • Student Life
    • Student Organizations
    • Campus Services
    • Little Learners
    • iCard & iAlert
    • Campus Events
    • Graduation
    • Policies & Forms
Give to Washburn Tech MyWashburnTech D2L Apply Now
EMT students walking into building

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

 
  • Certified Nurse Aide
  • Certified Medication Aide
  • Foundations of Healthcare: Nursin
  • Home Health Aide
  • Phlebotomy
  • Practical Nursing
  • Surgical Technology
  • Regional Simulation Center
  • Foundations of Healthcare: Medica
  • Foundations of Healthcare:Phlebot
  • What does an EMT do?

    Saving lives, thriving under pressure and caring for people when they are in crisis and pain are key components of this career. Emergency Medical Technicians or EMTs provide emergency care to sick and injured patients, often treating them before they arrive at a hospital. They give basic life support which includes patient assessment, airway management and use of automatic defibrillators. Become a vital link in the health care chain by becoming an EMT.
    Career Forecast Bright Outlook.Average Salary $36,930on campus

    Learning at Washburn Tech

    man giving CPR to human dummy

    The program provides special skills, knowledge and the teamwork concepts necessary for earning certification as an EMT in Kansas. You will receive 200 hours of instruction, consisting of both didactic and psychomotor skills in the classroom. Our nine-credit-hour program exceeds state and national requirements, and is based on current information and techniques considered the responsibility of the EMT. Upon completion, you will be prepared to take the national EMT exam. You must be at least 18 years of age to take this course.

    Please note: Many of our clinical partners are requiring students to have the vaccine in order to complete clinical hours.  Due to accrediting body and program clinical requirements, Washburn Tech cannot guarantee that requirements for program completion can be met when a student is not vaccinated.

    CERTIFICATIONS: Certified EMT

    • Program Flyer
    • Testing Schedule

    Entrance Test

    To enroll in this program, you must score a minimum of 5 in both reading and math on the Accuplacer test.

    EMT Certification

    Upon completion, you will be prepared to take the national EMT exam. 

    Enter the Workforce

    After passing the EMT exam, you will be prepared to enter the workforce as an EMT.

    Jobs and Salaries

    CAREER FORECAST: bright outlook
    Growth in the middle-aged and older population will lead to an increase in age-related health emergencies, such as heart attacks and strokes. This increase, in turn, will create greater demand for EMT and paramedic services. An increase in the number of specialized medical facilities will require more EMTs and paramedics to transfer patients with specific conditions to these facilities for treatment. The data below refers to surveyed wages and average annual job openings in the state of Kansas due to growth and net replacement. SOURCE: klic.dol.ks.gov

    Experienced Salary

    $62,150

    (nationally)

    Projected Job Openings

    20,700

    (nationally)

    Projected Job Growth

    11%

    (2020-2030)

    Schedule Options

    Summer offerings may vary so check with an admissions counselor if you are interested in the summer schedule.

    Fall

    LENGTH
    9 Weeks

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    August

    SCHEDULE
    MON - THURS; 8am-4:30pm

    Spring

    LENGTH
    1 semester

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    Every January

    SCHEDULE
    MON - FRI; 8-11:10am or MON - FRI; 11:45am-2:55pm

    Evening

    LENGTH
    1 semester

    PROGRAM BEGINS
    Every August and January

    SCHEDULE
    MON - THURS; 5:30-9:30pm

    Program Cost

    Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. To set-up an appointment with a financial aid counselor, call 785.670.3360.


    • High School Students


    • Adult Students

    Student Resources

    • Assessment Plan
    • Textbooks/Supplies
    • Technical Standards

    Ready to start your career?

    • Virtual Tour
    • Request Info or Visit
    • Apply Now
    785.670.2200 or 1.877.588.7140
    TECH-INFO@WASHBURN.EDU
    Washburn Tech on Facebook Washburn Tech on Twitter Washburn Tech on YouTube Washburn Tech on LinkedIn
    Washburn University logo
    Washburn Tech
    5724 SW Huntoon
    Topeka, Kansas 66604
    785.670.2200
    • Events & News
    • Disability Services
    • Statements & Disclosures
    • Jobs
    • Directory
    • Site Map
    • Business & Community
    • Tech East

    Washburn University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Equal Opportunity Director/Title IX Coordinator, Washburn University, 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka, Kansas 66621, 785.670.1509, eodirector@washburn.edu.

    Kansas Degree Stats
    back to top button