Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings and lives often depend on their quick reaction and competent care.<br>The EMT program at Skyline College provides the student with a broad foundation of knowledge in anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and emergency care procedures in addition to didactic and skills training, observation in a local hospital Emergency Room and a ride-along rotation with a local ambulance company.<br>This program represents the first phase of training in the Emergency Medical Technician career structure. The course covers all techniques of emergency equipment and supplies considered within the responsibilities of the EMT-I. In addition to didactic and skills training on campus, the course includes observation in a local hospital Emergency Room and a ride-along rotation with a local ambulance company.<br>To receive a certificate students must achieve a minimum grade of C in the course and satisfactory completion of the clinical component and required skills testing.<br>Students admitted to the program are required to complete a satisfactory physical examination, immunization documentation verifying freedom of communicable disease, and a social security referenced background check.