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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Technical Diploma
Why choose Advanced Emergency Medical Technician?
- EMS teams are the heroes first on the scene and most qualified to make a life-or-death difference for the critically ill or injured.
- Learn the skills needed to provide advanced preliminary treatment and transport patients to a medical facility for further treatment if necessary.
- Qualify to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians’ certification exam required to apply for state licensure.
In an emergency situation, EMS teams are frequently called on to perform preliminary life-saving care. Teams with an advanced EMT provide an important bridge between EMT and paramedic skills and increase the likelihood that critically ill or injured patients will receive the rapid on-scene treatment needed to augment prehospital emergency care.
Program Locations
Wisconsin Rapids Campus
500 32nd Street North
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Delivery:
Hybrid/Blended
Evening
Part-Time
16-Week Classes
Length of Program: Short Term
Credits: 4
Start Dates: Fall
What You'll Learn
Designed for those who possess a valid Wisconsin EMT license, the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) program at Mid-State prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to work as an entry-level AEMT, with an understanding of the basic and advanced use of equipment found on an ambulance and ability to care for critical and emergent patients.
This program consists of asynchronous lectures, practical skill labs, laboratory simulations, and pre-hospital clinical experiences. Successfully completing it qualifies you to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians’ certification exam required to apply for state licensure. Graduates of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician technical diploma may advance into either the EMT-Paramedic program or Paramedic Technician program.
Outcomes
- Meet state competencies for AEMT certification.
- Demonstrate professional behavior.
- Communicate effectively with others.
- Demonstrate AEMT skills associated with established standards and procedures for a variety of patient encounters.
- Integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment findings to provide appropriate patient care.
- Prepare for incident response and EMS operations.
Employability Skills
- Behave Responsibly: Ethical Behavior, Self-Responsibility, Conflict Resolution, Collaboration
- Communicate Effectively: Writing, Technical Documentation, Listening, Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Reading
- Critical & Creative Thinking: Inquiry, Evidence Collection, Analysis, Reasoning, Reflection (Metacognition)
- Cultural, Social, & Global Awareness: Global Awareness, Social & Cultural Awareness, Social Responsibility
- Use Appropriate Technology: Use of Technology, Confidentiality, Security, Digital Civility
Learn more about employability skills at Mid-State.
Estimated Entire Program Cost
Cost based on the 2024/25 academic year.
- Tuition & Fees: $844.88
- Books: $199.32
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $749.00
- Total Estimated Cost: $1,793.20
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is NOT eligible for Financial Aid. Explore other ways to help pay for college.
Cost of Attendance
Learn more about Cost of Attendance, an estimated budget that includes categories of expenses a student can expect to incur while attending.
This course has options available to receive credit for prior learning (CPL) or work experience.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30531318 | Advanced EMT | 4 | |
| Term Total | 4 Credits | ||
| Program Total | 4 Credits |
Instructors
ALYSSA LARSEN, AAS
Alyssa holds paramedic technician and fire protection technician associate degrees from Mid-State Technical College. She is also pursuing a BAS in leadership and organizational studies from UW–Oshkosh. She is a registered paramedic with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and a Wisconsin state licensed paramedic with critical care endorsement. Prior to teaching for Mid-State, Alyssa worked as a part-time EMT and full-time paramedic. She continues to work part-time as a paramedic.
“Being an EMS instructor is very gratifying. It means so much to share my passion and to watch students acquire new skills and knowledge as they become professionals who will go out and help within our communities. It is one career that keeps giving back.”
Careers
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- Emergency Department Technician
- Urgent Care Technician
Fast-Track
High school students are eligible to enroll in this program and all courses required. Learn more about Mid-State Fast-Track.
- Additional Resources
- Licensure Information
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Mid-State’s Advanced Emergency Medical Technician program prepares students to obtain the required licensure to be employed/practice in the state of Wisconsin. The College does not guarantee its curriculum matches the requirements for preparation, examination, or licensure for other states.
Take the Next Step
"The education and hands-on training I received from Mid-State thoroughly prepared me for my career. I found it easy to transition from a student to a successful full-time paramedic."
JESS BUCHHOLZ
GRADUATE
Choose Your Path
Career pathways help you take your education one step at a time to maximize your investment and make college fit your life. Earn a credential and start using it in the workforce. Continue with another stack of related courses to gain a more advanced diploma or degree. Explore this program’s pathway in the graphic below. For an even quicker first step to a degree or diploma, check out our short-term certificates.
Transfer • Dual Credit • Credit for Prior Learning
