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National College of
Technical Instruction

National Center for
Technical Instruction

The Nation's Largest Private College of
Emergency Medical Services - Since 1988



EMT-Paramedic Course

This course fulfills all the training requirements set forth by the state for Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedics. Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to take the National Registry exam offered periodically throughout the state. This certification can lead to employment in a wide range of fields to include ambulance or fire paramedic, E.R. technician, special functions paramedic, sporting events, concerts, etc. As NCTI is owned and operated by American Medical Response, Inc. (AMR), employment referrals are a benefit to the NCTI graduate.

EMT-Paramedic course enrollment is contingent upon satisfaction of pre-requisites and successful completion of the HOBET (Health Occupations Basic Entrance Exam) test, or appropriate equivalent. For a complete list of entrance examination dates, please choose from one of the course location links below.

Sequence of Training (exact hours dependent upon state requirements):

Phase I - (Didactic and Lab)
500-700 Hours (approx. 7-8 months)
Typically 2 - 3 days (16-24 hours) per week

Phase II - (Clinical Rotation)
150 - 300 hours (approx. 2-3 months)
Individually, as arranged for each student at one of the acute care hospitals contracted with NCTI. Guaranteed clinical placement by NCTI.

Phase III - (Field Internship)
360-720 hours (approx. 4-6 months)
Depending on experience and performance individually as arranged for each student. Guaranteed internship placement by NCTI if student chooses to intern with AMR or one of NCTI's contracted agencies.

It is expected students will complete most programs in approximately one year. The maximum time for completion is 18 months unless on approved Leave of Absence.