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003181 Emergency Medical Technician

Simi Institute for Careers and Education · Simi Valley, CA

Program names, program descriptions and occupation titles appear here in English, because that is the only language the federal and state records publish them in. Everything else on this page is translated.

Cost
$1,185
Length
20 weeks
People enrolled
238

This program provides in-person instruction only.

What happened to people who took this

Finished the program
65%Based on 264 peopleTypical California program: 85% of 1,951 reportingThat median pools every California program that reported this measure, whatever its length, credential, or field, and leaves out the ones that reported nothing. It is a reference point, not a rating of this program.
Working 6 months later
35%Typical California program: 69% of 1,690 reportingThat median pools every California program that reported this measure, whatever its length, credential, or field, and leaves out the ones that reported nothing. It is a reference point, not a rating of this program.
Earnings in one quarter after
$11,375A single quarter of earnings, roughly three months, not a yearly salary. Do not compare it directly with the yearly pay shown for the occupation.Typical California program: $10,900 of 1,339 reportingThat median pools every California program that reported this measure, whatever its length, credential, or field, and leaves out the ones that reported nothing. It is a reference point, not a rating of this program.

The job this trains for

No regional figures for this program's city

Simi Valley is not one of the metropolitan or rural areas California names when it publishes wages and openings. A neighbouring area's figures would look exactly like a correct answer, so none are shown and the statewide figures stand alone. About half of California's programs are in this position.

Emergency Medical Technicians

Typical pay in California
$47,678per year
Projected openings
19,450
Projected change
+15%
Usually needs
Postsecondary non-degree award

Program details

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) respond to emergency calls, perform medical services, and transport patients to medical facilities. EMT certification and work experience are also required for those seeking Paramedic training. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an EMT-1 Course Completion Certificate from Simi Institute and will be eligible to take the computerized National Registry Exam. Clinical ride-along and ER externship experience included. Clinical ride-along times TBD. Offered in two different formats: Semester (5 months) or Accelerated (6 weeks). Required textbooks, supplies, CPR certification, and uniforms are included in tuition. Note: Students MUST provide their own required shoes, pants, and belt. Students with disabilities seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact our SICE counselors for assistance PRIOR to the start of your educational program.

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