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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), TCC (EMH1)  Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Valdosta, Coffee

The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician certificate program prepares students to provide advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians 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. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Successful completion of the program allows the graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians AEMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an AEMT.

Program Outcomes: Graduates of the AEMT program will be equipped to assess and manage critical medical and trauma emergencies using advanced life support skills such as IV therapy, medication administration, and airway management. They will be prepared to lead emergency response teams, operate advanced medical equipment, communicate effectively in high-pressure situations, and meet the requirements for AEMT certification and licensure.

Careers: Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs)

Start Terms:

  • Coffee Campus: Spring 2026
  • Valdosta Campus: Spring 2026

Length of Program: 1 Term

Admission Requirements:

Program-Specific Admission Requirements:

  • To enroll in EMSP classes, students must maintain good academic standing at Wiregrass; those on academic warning, probation, or suspension are ineligible. Additionally, all registration holds must be cleared for registration eligibility.
  • To complete the AEMT program, students must submit:
    • documentation of current certification and/or licensure as an Emergency Medical Technician OR proof of successful completion of EMT Courses.

Program Information

  • All programs within the EMS/Paramedicine department program operates on a cohort basis, requiring students to take EMSP classes as prescribed by the program.
  • Clinical experience is required to complete the program, and students must meet all clinical requirements defined by the clinical facility. No student will be denied admissions to a program due to these requirements; however, the clinical partner requirement may prevent a student from completing the program. Clinical requirements may include, but not limited to, some or all of the following: American Heart Association Provider CPR certification, physical examination or proof of ability to perform required duties, Tuberculin skin test, up-to-date immunizations, mandatory vaccinations, and/or titers. A criminal background check and drug screen are required prior to performing the clinical rotation. Students unable to meet clinical requirements may not be able to graduate from the program. Alternate clinical locations may not be offered or available if a student is unable to meet clinical requirements.
Curriculum Outline (9 hours)
Occupational Courses 9
EMSP 1550

This course builds on the previous EMT program courses and provides a broader depth and breadth of learning to the following topics. It introduces additional topics following the National EMS Education Standards outline the minimal competencies for entry-level EMS clinicians to perform their roles as outlined in the 2021 revisions. Topics Include: EMS System, Public Health, Assessment, Pharmacology, etc.

2
EMSP 1550L

This course allows students to master the psychomotor and affective skills required to perform as an AEMT. Students also mast the affective skills of patient communications and assessments using scenario-based learning. The student must demonstrate proficiency inn the required skills as dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competences documents.

1
EMSP 1560

This course builds on the previous EMT program and EMSP 1550 course and provides a broader depth and breadth of learning to the following topics. It introduces additional topics following the National EMS Education Standards outline the minimal competencies for entry-level EMS

2
EMSP 1560L

This course builds upon EMSP 1550L and allows students to master the psychomotor and affective skills required to perform as an AEMT. Students also mast the affective skills of patient communications and assessments using scenario-based learning. The student must demonstrate proficiency inn the required skills as dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competences documents.

1
EMSP 1570

This course provides the student with opportunities to put didactic and lab skills learned into real world environment under the careful direct observation of a clinical preceptor. The minimum number of patient contact hours is dictated by the GA EMS Office, Student Minimum Competencies documents (SMC).

2
EMSP 1580

This course provides the student the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency as an entry level AEMT, in management of patient in the role of team leader. This is performed under the direct observation of clinical preceptor. The student must demonstrate competency in the following areas: 1) Performance of Patient Assessments 2) Direction of Medical Care and 3) performs items 1 and 2 with minimal to no assistance from the Preceptor. The minimum number of patient contacts is dictated by the Georgia Department of Public Health EMS Office, Student Minimum Competences documents. (SMC)

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Faculty
Mark Ponder
Program Chair

Director of Paramedicine Programs
Valdosta Campus

(229) 333-2100 ext. 3111 | mark.ponder@wiregrass.edu
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