Are you a quick thinker with a level head? Do you stay calm and collected in high-pressure situations? Do you have a passion for helping others? If so, a career in emergency medical care may be a perfect fit. In MPC’s Emergency Medical Services program, you’ll learn the skills you need to work on the front lines of health care, providing time-critical support to patients before they reach a hospital.
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Staff DirectoryEmergency Medical Technician Training
MPC’s EMT program is the first step in an emergency services career. Coursework meets state and national requirements for certification.
Complete these steps to begin the program:
- Provide Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certification
- Fill Out the EMT Program Interest Form
- Gather Forms and Information Outlined in the EMT Program Checklist
Basic EMS & Fire Training
Interested in a career as a firefighter? California fire departments now require emergency medical training for employment.
MPC’s EMS with Fire Training program combines EMT classes with an introduction to fire academy coursework. Prepare for the National Registry EMT exam, which you must pass before entering MPC’s Fire Academy.
Seaside Campus & Field Training
- Courses are held at MPC’s Public Safety Training Center in Seaside.
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EMT students complete 24 hours of field training on an ambulance and in a hospital.
- Students pursuing a paramedic certificate or degree complete a semester-long clinical program and an ambulance field internship.
Degrees & Certificates to Choose From
Emergency Medical Technician I - Basic Training
Basic EMS and Fire Training
Paramedic
Paramedic
Emergency Medical Technician I - Basic Training
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Working on the Front Lines of Health Care
Building Emergency Response Skills
