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Emergency Service Programs

Helping People Save Lives

The EMT programs are designed for individuals who want to be part of the preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in emergencies. We are dedicated to promoting a sufficient, stable, and well-trained EMS workforce, as well as enhancing the health and safety of all EMS providers. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals get to help people in some of their most trying times. With the proper training, you will be prepared to handle some of the most difficult challenges and situations while saving a life or bringing a new life into the world!

EMT Career Pathways 

In the EMT program, you will gain a strong foundation in emergency medical practice and prepare for certification. Once certified, you can begin a career as an EMT or continue your education to become a paramedic, nurse, or other emergency medical professional.

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 To be notified when the class is available, please use this Request Form.

 

Basic EMT
Basic EMT Refresher
Advanced EMT (AEMT)

Basic EMT and AEMT now earn college credits. Courses consist of lectures, labs, and online assignments.  

Basic EMT and Refresher courses are scheduled in the Fall (late August),  Spring (late January), and Summer (late June). 

To be notified when a course starts, please complete this request form.

Registration: Basic EMT

  • Step 1: Apply to SUNY Clinton Community College using the non-matriculated student form
  • Step 2: Submit the form to the Registrar's office at registration@clinton.edu. A confirmation email from the Registrar's Office, including instructions for accessing the student portal and billing information, will be sent after your registration is processed. 

Registration: Basic EMT Refresher

Registration: AEMT Part 1

  • Step 1: Apply to SUNY Clinton Community College using the non-matriculated student form
  • Step2: Submit the form to the Registrar's office at registration@clinton.edu. A confirmation email from the Registrar's Office, including instructions for accessing the student portal and billing information, will be sent after your registration is processed. 

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     AEMT Part 2

  • Step 1: Apply to SUNY Clinton Community College using the non-matriculated student form
  • Step 2: Submit the form to the Registrar's office at registration@clinton.edu. A confirmation email from the Registrar's Office, including instructions for accessing the student portal and billing information, will be sent after your registration is processed.
 
Important Information to Read Before You Register
  • A candidate with a criminal conviction may attend and complete all of the requirements of the EMT-Basic course. However, the candidate will not be permitted to take the NYS certification exam until the DOH has reviewed the circumstances of the conviction(s) and determines that the candidate does not pose a risk or danger to patients. For more information about this policy, click here.
  • All Students must be 17 by the NYS certifying exam.
     
Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B) respond to emergency calls to provide efficient, immediate care to the critically ill and injured and to transport patients to a medical facility. After receiving the call from the dispatcher, the EMT-B drives the ambulance to the given address or location, using the most expeditious route, depending on traffic and weather conditions. The EMT-B must observe traffic ordinances and regulations concerning emergency vehicle operation. Full Description Here
 
EMT students will be required to bring their textbook to the first class.
 
Completion of NIMS ICS 100b, 700, and Hazmat Awareness is required for this class and for eligibility to take the written exam. 
 
NIMS and HAZMAT AWARENESS 
NIMS IS-100.b
NIMS IS-700.a
Hazmat Awareness
 
TUITION AND FEES
Basic EMT: $1204 (includes textbook)*
   *Once the student receives the textbook, the cost becomes nonrefundable.
 
Basic EMT Refresher: $350
 
AEMT: $1146 (does not include the textbook. The textbook link is provided at registration).
 
Final NYS EMT certification exam: [only eligible students may take the exam]
 
For a National Registry EMT (NREMT) certificate, a certification test is also available post-course completion.
 
Clinton Community College 2025-26 Fee Schedule.
 
TUITION AND FEES REFUND POLICY 

A student may withdraw from any EMT course with the student being liable for payment of tuition per the following schedule: 

Prior to 1st day 0%  - Refund includes the book cost if the student has yet to receive the book before the first day of class.
During 1st week 25%  - No refund given for the textbook
During 2nd week 50% - No refund given for the textbook
During 3rd week 100% - No refund given for the textbook

The student's liability percentage is based on when the college is notified. Notification can be phone (or voicemail), email, or letter. 

The Basic EMT textbook cost is nonrefundable if the student receives the book in advance or on the first day of class. 

NYS Department of Health EMS Reimbursement Information

Qualified NYS EMS agencies may be able to have their tuition expense reimbursed through the NYS Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Services. Reimbursement for tuition paid at the beginning of an EMT's EMS training program is available only after the class is completed and the student receives his/her certification card. To obtain reimbursement for the full tuition (tuition only, not text or other training materials), the agency requesting reimbursement must complete a State of New York STANDARD VOUCHER (form AC 92).

Click here for the Agency Voucher: NYS Agency Voucher

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