Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

The Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) certificate program at Dyersburg State Community College is a one- to two-year certificate offered by this public institution in Dyersburg, TN. Classified under the health professions field (CIP 51.0904), the program prepares students to respond to medical emergencies, administer pre-hospital care, and transport patients as paramedics in emergency services.

Dyersburg State Community College also offers this program as a two- to four-year certificate for students seeking additional depth of training. Related programs at the same school include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, available at both certificate levels. Coursework in the EMT Paramedic program typically covers emergency medical procedures, airway management, patient assessment, pharmacology, and field clinical practice.