| Region: 4 |
| Industry: Health Science |
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Program Name: A emergency medical technician (EMT) |
| Agency: Springfield Urban League |
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Background Check: Must not be a registered sex offender
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| Description: A emergency medical technician (EMT) is a health care worker who provides medical assistance to patients while they are en route to the hospitals. They are always the first one at the scene of the accident and are responsible for the initial assessment of a patient’s condition.
Eight-week Training, class would meet Mon, Tue & Thu from approximately 4:30p-9:00p (9:30p on Thu). This would allow students to completed course and test before March if the desire is to become a full Paramedic.
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| Length of Training (The length of your training may be longer if you need classes to improve your math or reading skills.): 8 weeks |
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How Program is Offered: Classroom Instruction, Day Classes, On-the-Job Training/Apprenticeship, Work Experience
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Pre-requisites:
- Math: => 6th Grade
- Reading: => 6th Grade
- Degree: H.S. Diploma/GED
- Language: Fluent English
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| Remediation / Bridge Program: Yes |
| Goals: Certificate of Completion, Industry Recgonized Credential/Certification |
| What is the minimum drug test requirement for participants?Must be currently drug free and can pass a drug test. |
| Can the participant have more than 3 tickets in 3 years? Yes |
| Is a valid drivers license required? Yes |
| Vision Requirement: Vision corrected with glasses or contacts is acceptable. |
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Which tests are participants required to pass? TB Test, Hepatitis Screening
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| Lifting Requirement: 55 pounds |
| Standing Requirement: 8 hours |
| Required to sit for long periods? Yes, but they can get up and move around from time to time. |
| Age Range: 18-50 |
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Appearance Requirement:
Must cover tattoos during work hours
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Taste/Smell Requirement:
Must tolerate cookings smells including unpleasant smells
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Language:
English
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