The Emergency Medical Responder certificate program prepares students to initiate immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS response and to assist higher level personnel at the scene and during transport. emergency Medical Responders function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) technical certificate of credit provides students with the opportunity to prepare for entry-level into the emergency medical services professions for possible employment in a variety of prehospital, industrial and first responder settings.Sucessful completion of this program will allow the student to take the NREMT EMR certification exam. Once the student successfully completes the NREMT certification exam, the may apply for Georgia licensure thorough the DPH, EMS and Trauma.
Program Approval
Licensure/Certification Information
Other Conditions of AdmissionCriminal background checks and drug screens may be required based on the requirements for participation in clinical experiences.
Note: This course is only open to High School Dual Enrollment students.
Location Note - Classes may be offered at the following campuses:
- Alma, Baxley, Brunswick, Jesup
Entrance Requirements
- Submit a completed application;
- High School diploma or equivalent required for Graduation: No
- Age Requirement: NA
- Submit official high school/high school equivalent transcripts, if applicable;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Satisfy Placement Testing requirements.