Emergency Medical Technician Course
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training prepares you to manage patient care in both pre-hospital and inter-facility emergency settings.
This Medicore Medical Services course combines theory and practical skills, covering patient assessment, cardiac first response, and patient moving & handling.
Continuous assessments ensure skill progression throughout the course. Whether you’re aiming to join the national ambulance service or enhance your medical training for a career in emergency services, the EMT course is a vital stepping stone.
Comprehensive EMT Training for Emergency Care and Patient Management
The education and training standard at EMT level prepares the course participants for managing patient care in inter‐facility and pre‐hospital emergency care settings. The standard for EMT includes patient assessment skills in addition to more thorough patient care and management skills.
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course is an intensive program designed by Medicore Medical Services for individuals aspiring to work in pre-hospital emergency care settings. Recognised by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC), this course equips participants with the skills and knowledge required to deliver effective patient care in both inter-facility and emergency scenarios.
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Who's it for
Typically people who undertake the PHECC Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course are from a wide and varied background. This course is well suited for those looking to expand on the knowledge and skills of other courses such as emergency first response.
It may also be useful for those looking to secure employment in the HSE national ambulance service as an Intermediate Care Operative.
It can also be of use for those who are looking to take up further training opportunities with the HSE National Ambulance Service or Dublin Fire Brigade as paramedic.
Requirements
The minimum age for entry to an EMT course is 18 years.
Students will be required to complete Garda Vetting before commencing the clinical placement part of the course.
Garda vetting will be commenced at the start of the programme. Delays receiving completed Garda Vetting will result in delays in clinical placements.
The course is delivered through English.
Method of Delivery
The course will be delivered through both theory lectures and practical skills sessions by Medicore Medical Services. Throughout the course continuous assessment will be employed to ensure progression and to enhance students' knowledge and skills. Includes Cardiac First Response Advanced and Patient Moving & Handling training.
Course Fees
€1,900 inclusive of all manuals, copy of CPG's and any required course materials. A booking deposit of €500 is required to secure your provisional place on the course. This deposit is non-refundable/non-transferable once the course commencement date is less than four weeks away.
Full and final payment must be made no less than two weeks before the start of the course unless a payment plan has been set up for you. Payment Plans are only considered in exceptional circumstances and must be agreed in writing in advance, contact the office to discuss this.
Fees also include: Uniform Trousers & Polo Shirt and an EMT Kit containing: Pouch, Stethoscope, Sphygmomanometer, Shears, Pupil Torch, Pen.
Course Description
The EMT training course combines rigorous classroom learning with hands-on practical experience, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of emergency medical care.
Course content key topics include:
- Primary and Secondary Surveys: Comprehensive patient assessments.
- Cardiac First Response – Advanced: Life-saving techniques for cardiac emergencies.
- Anatomy and Physiology: Understanding the human body in medical contexts.
- Trauma Care: Managing bleeding, shock, and musculoskeletal injuries.
- Medical Emergencies: Handling respiratory, cardiovascular, and general conditions.
- Paediatric and Neonatal Care: Including childbirth and neonatal resuscitation.
- Ambulance Operations: Effective and safe patient transport techniques.
- Infection Prevention and Control: Ensuring a safe working environment.
- Advanced Skills: Such as intramuscular injections, pharmacology, and hazardous material management.
- Course Duration and Structure
- Classroom Learning: 120 hours of theory and practical sessions, offered as full-time or part-time options.
- Clinical Placement: 40 hours on Medicore's ambulance fleet, providing real-world experience.
- Assessments: Includes multiple-choice exams (MCQs) and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).
Modules
- Primary survey
- Secondary survey
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Airway and ventilation
- Respiratory emergencies
- Cardiac first response - Advanced
- Cardiovascular emergencies
- General medical emergencies
- Bleeding, shock and soft tissue injuries
- Musculoskeletal, head and spinal injuries
- Childbirth and neonatal resuscitation
- Paediatrics
- Legislation and Information management
- Communications
- Basic patient care
- Gaining access to the patient at scene
- Ambulance operations
- Professional practice and medico‐ legal issues concerning the EMT
- Patient safety and Quality assurance
- Clinical anatomy and physiology
- Pharmacology
- Infection prevention and control
- Intramuscular injection
- Radio communications
- Hazardous material incident
- Major Emergency
- Civil disorder
- The well‐being of the EMT
- Continuum of pre‐hospital emergency care
- Continuous professional competence
Duration
120 hours of classroom based learning, either full-time or part-time.
40 hours clinical placement on our own fleet of ambulances.
2 Days of examinations (MCQ's and OSCE's) with the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council.
Assessment
The assessment for this course is carried out by PHECC. There are two exams to be taken on separate days in order to receive qualification.
Firstly candidates will sit an MCQ (Multi Choice Question) examination to test their theory knowledge, retention and ability to apply this knowledge.
Secondly candidates will be required to sit the OSCE's (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) which is a practical based exam.
Exam fee is not included and is payable directly to PHECC, current fee is €100.
Certification
Upon successful completion candidates will be invited to apply for their practitioner’s license and to join the national register. More information about the PHECC register.
Why Choose medicore?
Certified and Recognised Training:
Our courses are certified by both the Irish Heart Foundation and the American Heart Association, ensuring international recognition and credibility.
Expert-Led Instruction:
With experienced trainers and hands-on clinical placements, Medicore provides top-notch emergency medical technician training tailored to real-world needs.
Flexible Learning Options:
In addition to in-person training, we offer a Blended Learning option to accommodate various schedules and learning preferences.
Comprehensive Curriculum:
The EMT training course combines rigorous classroom learning with hands-on practical experience, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of emergency medical care.
Career Advancement Opportunities:
Graduates are equipped for roles in emergency medical services and prepared for further studies in paramedic or advanced medical technician training.
Enrol Today in Medicore’s Medical Technician Training
Receive the PHECC Emergency Medical Technician certificate.
Apply for a practitioner’s license and join the national register of emergency medical technicians.
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Deposit – Total Price is €2000
Deposit – Total Price is €2000