Start Preparing for Your Career as an EMT/Paramedic

Learn the latest in emergency medical care and patient support and prepare for your future as a first responder with Herzing Birmingham's emergency medical technician programs.

Diploma in Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

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Choose your EMT/Paramedic Career Pathway

EMTs and paramedics provide vital services caring for and transporting the sick and injured. With Herzing, you can start on your path to this exciting career in 4-16 months, depending on your pathway choice. Programs include:

Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (4 months / 10 credits)
Diploma in Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (16 months / 47 credits)

Certificate in Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

4 Months, 10 Credits
Quickly start your new career is an EMT with a professional certificate and prepare for the EMT – Basic National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians licensure exam to become qualified to work and succeed as an EMT.

Diploma in Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic

16 Months, 47 Credits
Our diploma program is designed for students with no prior EMS experience and current EMTs seeking the next career step to paramedic. Program includes a 270-hour field preceptorship and preparation for the EMT-Paramedic licensure exam from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

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