EMT/EMS
Through a partnership with Arapahoe Community College (ACC), DCSD students will be able to complete their Emergency Medical Technician Certificate. This 12-credit hour certificate program provides the basic skills to work in an ambulance, apply for firefighting positions, work as an EMT in emergency departments, and work ski patrols. Those who complete the sequence will be eligible to take both the National Registry Practical and Written Examinations. EMT Clinical is the course in which the student will complete approximately 24 hours of clinical experience on an ambulance and in an extrication lab.
Applications
Pathway Prerequisites
This pathway is open to seniors only. Students must earn a minimum of 80% in each course to proceed through the program.
Admission Requirements :
Students must meet these requirements prior to taking the courses; however, they do NOT need to be completed before applying to the EMT pathway.
- Minimum of 17 years of age prior to the start of the Clinical Rotations (EMS 1070). Students under the age of 18 will be required to obtain parent or guardian signatures prior to completing their Clinical Rotations. Students are not eligible for Colorado State Certification until they are 18 years of age.
- A current Basic Life Support/BLS Card recognized by the State of Colorado. The BLS Card should be healthcare provider level.
- Obtain the required vaccinations
- A Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen is required for all EMS students.
- Read and sign the Functional Position Description - EMS Provider document.
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Please see the full list of ACC requirements and checklist HERE
Career Options
9th - 11th DCSD Course Options
- Algebra I & II
- Biology
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Forensic Science I & II
- Introduction to Pre-Medical
- CTE Medical Forensics
- Survey of Biotech Engineering
- CTE-Gen Intro to Health Sci A
- CTE Nutrition and Wellness
- CTE Teen Choices
- CTE Interpersonal
- Relationships
- Fire Science
- World Language
Legacy Courses Year 1
Fall
- ACC EMS 115 Emergency Medical Responder (3.0 ACC Credits)
- Single Period
Spring
- ACC HPR 1040 Comp Med Term (3.0 ACC Credits) could also be taken as a senior Single period
Legacy Courses Year 2
Fall
- ACC EMS 1021 EMT Fundamentals (3.0 ACC Credits)
- AND
- ACC EMS 1023 EMT Trauma Emergencies (2.0 ACC Credits)
Spring
- ACC EMS 1022 Medical Emergencies (4.0 ACC Credits)
- AND
- ACC EMS 1024 EMT Special Considerations (2.0 ACC Credits)
- AND
- ACC EMS 1070 EMT Clinical (1.0 ACC Credit)
Degrees & Industry Certifications
Arapahoe Community College
- Emergency Medical Services Program
- Paramedic Cerificate
- Paramedicine Associate of Arts Degree
- Advanced Paramedic Practitioner
- Bachelor of Science degree
Associate Degrees at Community Colleges
Bachelor Degrees at Universities
- Workforce
- Apprenticeships
- Interships
- Military
Certifications Available
- EMT Certificate
- CPR/BLS Certification (required prior to taking EMT courses)
- Emergency Medical Responder Certification
Recommended Learning Sequence & Course Descriptions
Postsecondary Partner
