Certificate in Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

A certificate program providing education and training for pre-hospital care professionals. The training prepares them to work within a multi-discipline healthcare team.

Certificate in Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate in Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Certificate in Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Course description:

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is certificate program providing education and training for pre-hospital care professionals and prepares them to work within a multi-discipline healthcare team. While pursuing their profession, they desire to qualify every next level and master several emergency handling skills. EMTs provide rapid in-field treatment and transport to higher medical providers. They work in conjunction with paramedics, nurses, physicians, and other members of the health care team.

Requirements:

KCSE Grade D+ or its equivalent with minimum of a D+ in Biology, and C- in either English/Swahili

Careers:

Advance to Paramedic

Government Hospitals

Private hospitals

Ambulance Rescue Services

Non-Governmental organizations

Defense forces Emergency Medical Teams

Lecturer in EMS Institutions

Why Kenya Redcross Training Institute

  • State of the art facility and training equipment
  • Serene and conducive learning environment
  • Experienced and qualified staff
  • State of the art Ambulance services for clinical practice
  • Partnerships with relevant medical facilities for clinical rotation
  • Certification approved by TVETA and National Resuscitation Council of Kenya

COURSE FEATURES
  • Full Time: 12 months

                 Part Time: 18 months

  • CERTIFICATE: YES
  • ASSESMENT: Exam
  • INHOUSE: N/A