Emergency Medical Technology
Become a first responder. Save lives.
Begin a career where you make a difference. When you work in Emergency Medical Technology, providing emergency medical care to ill or injured people is just another day at the office.
Assess injuries, administer emergency medical care and extricate trapped individuals to safety. Transport injured or sick people to medical facilities for treatment. Every day varies, yet the positive impact you have on the people you serve remains steady.
Why study Emergency Medical Technology with us?
You gain invaluable first-hand experience. All Emergency Medical Technology courses at CLC are held at area hospitals or fire and rescue departments.
Our programs at Vista Health, Highland Park Hospital and Condell Medical Center are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. And our program at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital is in the application stage.
EMT course locations
All EMT courses are held at area hospitals or fire and rescue departments. General education course requirements for the degree are offered at CLC locations.
Candidates seeking the paramedic license through our partner hospitals will need to have a valid and current EMT-B or EMT-I Illinois license, and meet all other program prerequisites.
For more information, please contact one of the EMS coordinators listed below:
- North Lake County EMS /Vista Hospital
EMT-Basic (847) 360-2038 EMT-Paramedic Dave Chase (847) 360-2205 - Advocate Condell Medical Center
EMT-Paramedic Brianna Flynn (847) 990-5319 - Lake Forest Hospital Northwestern Medicine
EMT-Basic Gregory Fuchs (224) 271-4246 and Autumn Talley (224) 271-5545 - NorthShore University Health System/ Highland Park Hospital
EMT-Basic and EMT Paramedic Jill Maryan (847) 480-3981 - Round Lake Fire Department
EMT-Basic (EMT Department permission) Battalion Chief, Anthony Carraro (847) 546-6001
Important financial aid information
EMT A.A.S. as well as EMT-Basic and EMT Paramedic certificate programs are not eligible for Title IV aid. Only students who are eligible for benefits under the Illinois Veteran grant, Illinois National Guard, or MIA/POW or VA Federal Benefits may receive financial aid for these programs.
Highlights
-
PATH Grant Stipends
Get extra financial support for school and living expenses through the Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce Program (PATH) grant. -
Career Certificate
Earn a career certificate in 1 year or less to refine your skills into an in-demand career. -
Career Degree
Earn an associate degree in 2 years and gain in-demand technical and job-ready skills.
Career Degrees & Certificates
For students who want to start or shift to a new career or advance in their current career.
You can earn an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree at CLC in 2 years*. Gain job-ready skills from experienced instructors and earn work-based experience from apprenticeships and internships. Some of the courses you’ll take earn college credit, which can transfer to a 4-year college or university toward a bachelor’s degree.
*Assumes full-time enrollment.
For students who want to earn job skills for entry level occupations, or level up in their career.
Certificates are designed to be completed in less than 2 years. Many certificate programs contain Career Degree core courses so you can continue with additional study or stack certificates to earn an A.A.S. degree.
Need help?
A College & Career Navigator (CCN) is ready to answer your questions and assist with your application, academic program selection, class enrollment and connecting you with resources as needed, making your journey at CLC smoother.
-
Career Degree
Emergency Medical Technology
Associate in Applied Science- Cost
- $10,923*
-
Career Certificate
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certificate
- Cost
- $1,373*
-
Career Certificate
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Certificate
- Cost
- $5,315*
Courses in the program
We offer a wide range of courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, trauma emergencies—and so much more!
Meet our instructors
Experience the benefit of small class sizes and personalized instruction from your CLC instructors.
Take the next step...
Be debt-free at CLC
CLC has some of the lowest tuition around. Financial aid and scholarships are available—even for working adults.
Explore careers
Discover majors and career paths to complement and extend your intuitive interests and abilities.
Request info
Your education is a big investment of your time, money and attention. Gather all the info you need.
Get started
Start your application today—it’s free and easy to complete. When you’re ready, we’re ready to help you take the next step.