The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course prepares students for all aspects of emergency care in both medical and trauma situations. This 5 credit course adheres to state and national standards. Students will gain knowledge and skills in the following areas in anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, fractures and dislocations, spinal injuries, soft-tissue wounds, and ambulance operations. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to complete certification requirements for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
Chippewa Valley Technical College, River Falls campus, is a Wisconsin technical college serving students in fields including Associate's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Certified Nursing Assistant, Criminal Justice, Emergency Medical Technician, and Medical Billing and Coding. The college offers more than 114 programs, along with certificates and apprenticeships. Its academic offerings span occupational preparation across healthcare, business, public safety, and related career areas. CVTC describes its learning model as flexible and hands-on, with programs organized by interest fields. The college also reports employment outcomes for graduates and average starting salary information for associate degree graduates, although those figures may change over time. This campus is part of an institution that provides career-focused education through programs, certificates, and apprenticeship opportunities.