Advanced EMT

Location: Provo

Program length
4 months

Total cost
$1,690

Registration opens
NOW

Locations
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Program length
4 months

Total cost
$1,690

Registration opens
NOW

Locations
See Map

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Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation of critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system (EMS).

Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs) possess the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. AEMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. AEMTs perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. Through this program, students also receive their IV certification. AEMTs function as a bridge from initial response to definitive treatment.

98% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

84% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $33k-$38k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

This program is eligible for Veterans Aid! Learn more

Registration Opens: April 23, 2024
Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years old
Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
  • Must have current EMT license with the State of Utah
  • Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a state approved organization.
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Fall 2024Provo Campus2158/27/202412/17/20245:30 PM9:00 PMM-Th
Spring 2025Provo Campus2151/27/20255/15/20255:30 PM9:00 PMM-Th
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Total hours: 210

Course Descriptions
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course Fees
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician21070$840.00$510.00
TOTALS:21070$840.00$510.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$840.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Application Fee:$0.00
Student Fees:$510.00
Required Materials:$215.00
Industry Exam Fee:$85.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Advanced Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured; 4th Edition – Premier Access Code and Book Bundle1 978-1-28422-814-4 included in course fees
Blood Pressure Kit1Available in MTECH Online Bookstore$40.00
AEMT Shirt1Available in MTECH Online Bookstore$13.00
Utility Pants1Price may vary; Not available in MTECH Bookstore; see instructor for detailsvaries
Pen Light1Availabile in MTECH Bookstore$3.00
NREMT National Written Test Fee1Required to be employed; not paid to MTECH$159.00
Total Cost of Required Materials$215.00
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Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
EMT Hooded SweatshirtAvailable in MTECH Bookstore$20.00
EMT HatAvailable in MTECH Bookstore$14.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials$34.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
  • Students are prepared to sit for the Advanced Emergency Medical Certificate exam through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
  • Students can obtain a Utah Advanced EMT license by passing the NREMT exam and approved application process

Do I have to have a current EMT certification to take Advanced EMT?
Yes – you must submit a copy of your EMT certification to Student Services before you register.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH Application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Advanced Emergency Medical Technician after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Submit Current State of Utah EMT License

Proof of license must be emailed to ems@mtec.edu. The EMT license cannot expire during the duration of the AEMT program.

If you do not have a current EMT license, we recommend taking the Emergency Medical Technician program.

Submit Basic Life Support Certification

Proof of certification must be emailed to ems@mtec.edu. The BLS certification cannot expire during the duration of the AEMT program.

If you do not have a current BLS certification, we recommend taking the Basic Life Support course.

Register for Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within the program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

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Program length
4 mos
Total cost
$1,690
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Course Descriptions

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation of critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system (EMS). Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs) possess the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicans function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as a link between the scene and the emergency health care system.
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