Cape Cod Community College (4Cs) proudly serves as an official Training Institute for the Office of Emergency Medical Services, offering a comprehensive Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course that can jumpstart your career, enhance your resume, or pave the way to becoming a paramedic or healthcare professional.
EMTs are the unsung heroes of emergency response. They are the first to arrive at the scene, making their role critical in saving lives. A well-trained and educated EMT is an invaluable asset to any community, and the demand for their skills is ever-growing. EMTs find themselves working in diverse, thrilling environments, including hospitals, ambulances, and public events.
In our intensive 150-hour course, you will acquire essential skills, including:
- Basic life-saving techniques
- CPR training and certification
- First-aid proficiency
- Rapid and efficient response to medical emergencies
Upon successfully completing the program, you will earn official EMT certification, granting you the credentials to make a real difference in the field of emergency medical services.
Our EMT courses are offered at two convenient locations:
West Barnstable (Main Campus):
Classes: Mon, Wed, & Thurs evenings, 5:30pm - 9:30pm, with labs typically held on Thurs evenings.
Martha’s Vineyard:
Classes: Mon & Wed evenings, 5:30pm - 9:30pm, and Saturdays from 9am - 1pm, with labs primarily on Saturdays.
Enrolling in our EMT course is straightforward. Here's what you need to do:
Download the Course Registration Form from our website.
Complete the form, ensuring you fill in all relevant information.
In the "ADD Course" section, choose your preferred location:
For West Barnstable: Select Course Number EMS 101 – Section 063 – Course EMT. Classes are held on Monday & Wednesday from 5:30pm - 9:30pm, with an additional Thursday session from 5pm - 10pm.
For Martha’s Vineyard: Choose Course Number EMS 101 – Section 064 – Course EMT. Classes run on Monday & Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm - 9:30pm and on Saturdays from 9am - 1pm.
Sign the form electronically and save it to your device.
Email the completed form to registration@capecod.edu. If you're unable to sign the form electronically, simply send it as an attachment, granting permission to register you for the EMS class.
For detailed information on tuition and available payment plans, please visit our Paying for College page. If you require a payment plan or have any financial inquiries, contact our business office at 508.375.4123 or email studentaccounts@capecod.edu.
Matthew Malone, Program Director, EMT/Paramedic
Phone: 774.330.4438
Email: mmalone@capecod.edu