Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)

The Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) program at Mercy College of Health Sciences is offered as a two- to four-year certificate at this private nonprofit institution in Des Moines, Iowa. The program falls within the emergency medical technology field (CIP 51.0904) and prepares students for paramedic-level certification and employment in emergency medical services. Coursework typically covers advanced life support, patient assessment, pharmacology, and clinical practice.

Mercy College of Health Sciences offers a range of health-focused programs alongside this certificate, including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at both the certificate and associate degree levels, Medical/Clinical Assistant, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management. The college also offers a shorter-duration EMT Paramedic certificate, providing students with pathway options depending on their prior training and goals in the emergency medical services field.