Emergency Medical Technology
Associate in Applied Science- Cost
- $12,124*
Become an EMT or paramedic
Care for the sick and injured
The goal of our program is to prepare competent entry level Paramedics in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains with or without exit points at the EMT-Intermediate, and/or EMT-Basic and/or First Responder Level.
What can you do with an A.A.S. in Emergency Medical Technology?
This degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to gain employment as an emergency medical technician. Graduates of this program will be provided with a high degree of specialized emergency medical training
EMT course locations
All EMT courses are held at area hospitals or fire and rescue departments. General education course requirements for the degree are offered at CLC locations.
Candidates seeking the paramedic license through our partner hospitals will need to have a valid and current EMT-B or EMT-I Illinois license, and meet all other program prerequisites.
For more information, please contact one of the EMS coordinators listed below:
- North Lake County EMS /Vista Hospital
EMT-Basic (847) 360-2038 EMT-Paramedic Dave Chase (847) 360-2205 - Advocate Condell Medical Center
EMT-Paramedic Brianna Flynn (847) 990-5319 - Lake Forest Hospital Northwestern Medicine
EMT-Basic Gregory Fuchs (224) 271-4246 and Autumn Talley (224) 271-5545 - NorthShore University Health System/ Highland Park Hospital
EMT-Basic and EMT Paramedic Jill Maryan (847) 480-3981 - Round Lake Fire Department
EMT-Basic (EMT Department permission) Battalion Chief, Anthony Carraro (847) 546-6001
Admission: More needed
This program fills up quickly, so let’s get you started in the application and placement process! You’ll need to:
- Register for EMT classes.
- Complete pre-enrollment courses.
- Contact the department chair if you have questions about the program.
Highlights
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PATH Grant Stipends
Get extra financial support for school and living expenses through the Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce Program (PATH) grant. -
Financial Aid/Scholarships Available
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Career Degree
Earn an associate degree in 2 years and gain in-demand technical and job-ready skills. -
Program Length: 2 Years
Full-time students finish in 2 years.
Important financial aid information
EMT A.A.S. as well as EMT-Basic and EMT Paramedic certificate programs are not eligible for Title IV aid. Only students who are eligible for benefits under the Illinois Veteran grant, Illinois National Guard, or MIA/POW or VA Federal Benefits may receive financial aid for these programs.
Career Outlook
Need help?
Your College & Career Navigator (CCN) is your "go-to person" ready to help you get started at CLC.
Your CCN guides you through the admission process, helps you choose your academic program, enroll in classes and connect you with resources.
Recommended Pathway
This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.
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- Credit for prior learning available
- Dual credit options available
- Global citizenship
- Online/Virtual options available
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights CLC 120 2 EMT 111 7 ENG 120 3 HIT 111 3 -
Course Code CLC 120 Course Title Credits 2 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 111 Course Title Credits 7 Course Highlights -
Course Code ENG 120 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code HIT 111 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights BIO 111 4 HIT 119 1 ANT 221 3 HUM 127 3 CMM 128 3 -
Course Code BIO 111 Course Title Credits 4 Course Highlights -
Course Code HIT 119 Course Title Credits 1 Course Highlights -
Course Code ANT 221 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code HUM 127 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code CMM 128 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights MTH 114 3 -
Course Code MTH 114 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights BIO 245 0-4 EMT 114 3 EMT 115 3 EMT 131 3 EMT 132 3 -
Course Code BIO 245 Course Title Credits 0-4 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 114 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 115 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 131 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 132 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights
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Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights EMT 133 5 EMT 134 3 EMT 135 6 -
Course Code EMT 133 Course Title Credits 5 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 134 Course Title Credits 3 Course Highlights -
Course Code EMT 135 Course Title Credits 6 Course Highlights
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Total Credit Hours
64*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.
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