The Emergency Medical Technician

The Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ) is the starting point for anyone wanting to enter into the Emergency Medical Services, or EMS. In the State of Georgia, to become an EMT one must attend and successfully complete a state approved entry level EMT course. Our EMT course is designed to prepare students in the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent emergency medical technicians in the field. It is our philosophy that mastering the craft of the EMS profession will enable candidates the ability to successfully complete the National Registry of EMT's ( NREMT ) psychomotor and cognitive exams.

STEP 2

CHOOSE YOUR PATHWAY

We offer this program in two different pathways.

Traditional
Flex

The traditional pathway will take approximately 8 months to complete. You will have deadlines/due dates for assignments through the online course room and you will have to be at the school 1 day a week for the in person skill labs. (Typically the same day each week from 6:00 PM EST until 10:00 PM EST)

The flex pathway also known as the accelerated program allows the student to finish at their pace. You will have 12 months to complete the program but can finish it within your time frame. 5 weeks, 10 weeks, 3 months, 5 months, etc... You will work with your personal instructor to develop your timeline. As far as coming in for labs you will schedule that with your instructor with a notice. Labs are typically given in 4 hour blocks. Our availability for in person labs for flex students are as follows:

Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM EST - 10:00 PM EST
Fridays 9:00 AM EST - 6:00 PM EST
2 Saturdays a month from 8:00 AM EST - 5:00 PM EST

* Holidays and other closures for things such as inclement weather and trainings can affect the above hours.

For any questions or if you would like to speak to us in more detail about the pathways call us at 678-561-2368 option 1 or use the link below to request a contact.

Traditional Program

Accelerated/Flex Program

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What is an EMT-R v/s an EMT

EMT-R is a new level in EMS and is intended to fill the gap for the shortage of EMS personnel in Georgia. The EMT-R course is 80 hours in length and includes many of the same topics covered in the EMT course. The EMT-R course will prepare you for a job operating an ambulance in a variety of settings.

As an EMT-R, you will be able to assist EMTs and Paramedics in delivering emergency care. In addition, you will be able to operate an emergency vehicle utilized in the delivery of emergency medical care in the prehospital setting.

An EMT-R will receive training in the following topics:

Basic Cardiac Life Support / CPR
Airway Management
Oxygen Administration
Assessment and Management of Trauma Patients
Evaluation and Management of Medical Patients
Monitoring of Vital Signs
Special Patient Populations
EMS Operations

What can an EMT-R do?

EMT-R’s can:

Operate emergency vehicles.
Assist EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics in the delivery of medical care.
Assist in preparing patients for transport.
Splint fractured bones
Control bleeding
Provide spinal immobilization
Conduct a medical and trauma assessment
Treat various medical emergencies
Assist in childbirth
Assist in providing care to a newborn and pediatric patient

Where do EMT-Rs work?

Various EMS agencies hire EMT-Rs as team members. Currently, EMS personnel are in high demand.

Want More Information?

This is a brand new program and we are excited to offer it. If you are interested and would like more information please contact us us at:

info@gaiems.com

678-561-2368

What is an EMT v/s an AEMT?

EMT

Becoming an EMT is the first step to take when someone is wanting to enter the field of EMS. Basically, the EMT is the foundation to ALL of the upper levels of EMS professionals. It is very common for experienced AEMT's and Paramedics to quote that "to be a good Paramedic one MUST be a great EMT."

Emergency Medical Technicians deliver what is called "Basic Life Support" to patients suffering from a variety of medical issues. Don't let the term "Basic Life Support" fool you, it is more advanced than one would think. To complete an EMT course, a student will attend over 150 hours of classroom training paired with over 24 hours of in field clinical training. At the conclusion of their training, an EMT will be trained to perform airway management, patient assessments, treat medical conditions from difficulty breathing to complex cardiac conditions, perform childbirth, treat patients suffering from traumatic injuries, and professionally transport patients to appropriate medical facilities.

AEMT

The Advanced EMT is the next step in the progression toward Paramedic. In order to start the AEMT program, candidats must first complete a State approved EMT course. Students wishing to enter the AEMT program do not have to take the NREMT exam prior to starting the AEMT course as long as they have 100% completed their EMT program.

AEMT's render the same care as EMT's, however, AEMT's are capable of providing a higher level of care. Advanced EMT's can administer IV's, give limited IV medications, insert advanced airways, transmit EKG's, administer intramuscular injections, administer intraosseous infusions, and give patients many more medications versus the EMT.

The AEMT will attend 150-200 additional hours of classroom training. In addition, the AEMT student will attend a minimum of 48 hours of in the field clinical training.

What are my course options? (Traditional v/s Flex)

At Georgia Institute of EMS, we offer two (2) ways to earn your certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Students can choose our Traditional path or our Flex program.

Traditional Program

The EMT Traditional Program at Georgia Institute of EMS is a hybrid program that mixes highly successful educational techniques that incorporate all domains of learning. The Traditional Program normally meets up to four (4) days a month on campus and the rest is online. This course is typically good for someone who needs structure with some flexibility.

If this program sounds like it is right for you, click here to get even more information regarding our Traditional EMT Course options.

Flex Program

Do you need total program flexibility? Do you want to complete your program really fast, like in 3-5 weeks? Do you want to move at a slower pace and have the option to take up to a year to finish your EMT class? Would you like a personal coach that will help you progress through the course?

If you answered "YES" to any of the questions above then the Flex Program is more than likely perfect for you.

Please click here to find out more information on our Flex Program options for our EMT programs.

What is a Combo EMT Course?

Are you motivated and excited about becoming an EMT? Do you want EMS to become your career?

If you answered "Yes" then you would be interested in our Combo EMT programs.

Our Combo EMT Programs allow you to bundle both EMT and AEMT together saving you money and getting you through both levels quickly. This course combines both curriculums together making one course that gets you certified at both levels in less than a year.