Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Start your career in the exciting field of emergency medical services by enrolling in our Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program at Milwaukee Area Technical College. This comprehensive course, which adheres to the 2010 Department of Transportation National Standard EMT curriculum, includes 180 hours of instruction and five academic credits.

Our EMT course gives you the hands-on clinical experience you need to navigate a variety of real-world emergencies. You will gain practical experience in key procedures such as patient assessment, wound care, and basic life support.

The development of critical thinking skills is at the heart of our curriculum. You'll learn to quickly assess and respond to patients' needs, as well as manage emergencies with confidence and poise. Our course prepares you to make critical, life-saving decisions under duress.

We also cover the fundamentals of pathophysiology, allowing you to understand the underlying causes of medical emergencies. This comprehension is critical for providing effective and appropriate pre-hospital care.

Our EMT course, which balances theory and hands-on practice, prepares you not only for the immediate challenges of the field but also for the cognitive exams required for EMT certification.

We offer classes at both our Mequon and Oak Creek campuses during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Applications for admission can be submitted at any time, but registration and placement are done on a first-come, first-served basis.

Financial aid is available for the EMT course at Milwaukee Area Technical College, making a rewarding career in emergency medical services accessible to all. You can begin your journey to make a difference in your community today.

EMT Basic Requirements:

* State of Wisconsin EMT-Basic license: Must be at least 18 years of age and have completed their EMT-Basic course, completed their National Registry written and practical examinations, and then be eligible to apply for a State of Wisconsin EMT-Basic license via the State's e-licensing website.

Thank you for choosing MATC to earn your EMT license. Two steps may need to be completed.

1. You must first apply and be admitted into the college

2. You would need to register for the course (EMS 192) in Self-Service.

This process will vary between each individual and their situation.

Current Students (You have been a student within the last two semesters)

• See a Serve Pathway Advisor

• Add or change to the EMT-Basic Program (Program Code: 30-531-3 )

•  Log in to Self-Service and register for EMS 192

If you are having difficulty logging into SelfService, click here to use the

Password Manager, or you can contact the IT Help Desk at 414-297-6541

New Students (You have never taken any classes at MATC)

• Complete the MATC admission application.

• Program Name: EMT Basic Program code: 30-531-3

After 7 business days, you should receive a welcome/acceptance email from the admissions office. Once you receive that email, you should be able to register for EMS-192 in Self-Service.

Former Students (You haven’t taken classes at MATC for two or more semesters)

• Complete the Re-Admission Application

  • Program Name: EMT Basic Program code 30-531-3

After 7 business days, you should receive an email from the admissions office, and you should be able to register for EMS-192 in Self-Service.

If you have taken classes previously but have never been in a program, please follow the steps for new students.

Sponsored Students (Someone other than you will be paying for the course)

• Complete the admission and registration process using one of the scenarios above.

• Contact Ana Schramm at schramma@matc.edu. 414-571-4630 for sponsorship information.

If you are experiencing difficulties with the admissions and/or registration process, please contact the Community and Human Services Pathway office.

Email: servepathway@matc.edu

Phone: 414-570-4426

Scholarships

The following scholarships are not affiliated with MATC but may be of interest to students pursuing an EMS or Fire program at MATC. 

• Kristin Ciganek-Schroeder Memorial Scholarship