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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training

Are you bored in your current career? Do you enjoy helping people and are interested in a rewarding challenge? MTSU’s Emergency Medical Training is for you!

This program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to pass the National Registry exam and become a fully capable, state-certified EMT/AEMT.

We have a team of seasoned EMTs (two instructor coordinators and four instructor assistants) who work together to mentor, instruct, perfect, and provide continuous help to our students. Their hearts are to impart their experience, knowledge, and care in to each student who enters our program to raise replacements, not coworkers, in this field.

Our mission is to equip EMT students with a quality and comprehensive medical education by utilizing cutting-edge technology, outstanding mentorship, and enduring compassion to serve the community with exceptional medical care.

Registration for our Basic EMT and Advanced EMT courses are currently closed.

The Basic EMT course will begin in late spring 2025 (end of May/beginning of June).
Contact me at Emily Armstrong at emily.armstrong@mtsu.edu or call 615-494-7718 to receive more information or to be placed on our notification lists on upcoming courses. I will send out important information like the registration dates, the course cost, and the class’s official start date a few months before class begins.

Class Schedule and Location:

The basic EMT classes will meet two nights a week either Monday & Wednesday evenings and/or Tuesday & Thursday evenings (depending on enrollment) from 6pm – 9pm on scheduled lecture nights. On practical skills training nights, the classes will meet from 6pm – 10pm. There are 30 seats in each class and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Full payment is due at the time of registration. Payment must be made by credit/debit card.

Classes will be held in the training room of MTSU’s University College at 503B East Bell Street in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Course Fees and Information:

The registration fee will be determined at a later date. The 2024 classes were $1,949.00 which covered textbooks, liability insurance, and a scheduling software license for clinical rotations.

This is a non-credit course. You do not have to apply for admission to, nor be accepted as a degree-seeking student at MTSU. No college credit will be received for completing this course. Therefore, federal financial aid such as the Hope Scholarship, Stafford Loans, Pell Grants, etc. may NOT be used as payment.

Additional expenses that students may expect to incur (costs are approximate):

Travel to class and clinicalsCost will vary
A minimum of 2 Uniform shirts$30
Pants, Shoes, Belts (All Black)Cost will vary
Equipment (Stethoscope, BF Cuff, etc.)Optional
Eye Protection (Safety glasses/goggles)$12
State Criminal background check$48
School Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen$81.50
Reflective Vest (Neiko High Visibility Neon Orange Zipper on Amazon)$10
Examination and testing fees (fees subject to change):

National Registry EMT$104
State Application Fee$50
State Licensing Fee$75

This is a non-credit course. You do not have to apply for admission to, nor be accepted as a degree-seeking student at MTSU. No college credit will be received for completing this course. Therefore, federal financial aid such as the Hope Scholarship, Stafford Loans, Pell Grants, etc. may NOT be used as payment.

Admission Requirements:

  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
  • Must possess an academic high school diploma or a general equivalency diploma (G.E.D).
  • Must have no history within the past three years of habitual intoxication or personal misuse of any drugs or the use of intoxicating liquors, narcotics, controlled substances, or other drugs or stimulants in such manner as to adversely affect the person’s ability to practice as an emergency medical technician.
  • No felony convictions or be on probation for any offense.
  • This class is eligible for Montgomery GI Bill and Post 9/11 veteran’s benefits. However, you must pay for the class at the time of registration and then be reimbursed by your veteran’s benefits. This class is NOT eligible for any VA housing allowances.

  • Successful completion of an MTSU EMT course within the previous 120 days and a passing score on the NREMT exam; OR
  • Currently hold a Tennessee EMT license, obtain a passing score on a written exam administered by MTSU personnel AND successfully demonstrate knowledge of practical skills as evaluated by MTSU-appointed personnel; OR
  • Successful completion of a State (TN) approved EMT course within the previous 120 days and a passing score on the NREMT exam with successful completion of the MTSU AEMT placement test and practical.
  • Must be 18 years or older;
  • Have an academic high school diploma or GED certificate; specialized education or Certificates of Attendance are NOT acceptable;
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language;
  • Must submit two (2) letters of Good Moral Character with original signatures from a medical professional (MD, DO, NP, PA, RN, LPN, Paramedic or higher);
  • Must present a Medical Statement (PH-0130) as proof of medical fitness;
  • Must have no history within the past three years of habitual intoxication or personal misuse of any drugs or the use of intoxicating liquors, narcotics, controlled substances, or other drugs or stimulants in such manner as to adversely affect the person’s ability to practice as an emergency medical technician;
  • Must present proof of MMR Vaccination;
  • Must present documentation of Varicella Zoster immunizations (2) or positive titer;
  • Must present proof of a negative TB skin test or negative chest x-ray.