Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician program is to expand training from the Emergency Medical Technician program, which is a prerequisite for Advanced Emergency Medical Technician.
Completion Rate: 89%
Placement Rate: 76%
Median Income: $39k
Program Overview
Learn More About Our Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Program
Are you driven to make a real impact in high-pressure situations? Dixie Tech’s accredited Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) program equips students with advanced life saving techniques that are critical in the moments between an emergency and hospital care. Building on the foundational EMT program, which must be completed as a prerequisite, the AEMT program features advanced coursework, hands-on lab training, and expert instruction. Students develop critical skills in patient assessment, airway management, IV therapy, EKG interpretation, pharmacology, and more, preparing them for a vital role within the EMS system.
Coursework also includes trauma, cardiac, pediatric, geriatric, and medical emergencies, along with a focus on communication and documentation. AEMTs serve as an essential bridge between the accident scene and the hospital, playing a key role in ensuring patients receive timely and effective emergency care when every second matters.
As a student of this program, you will:
- Perform advanced airway management and recognize EKG rhythms
- Administer IV fluids, intraosseous access, and essential pre-hospital medications
- Manage advanced cardiac arrest scenarios and operate within team settings
- Assess trauma, medical, pediatric, and geriatric emergencies effectively
- Document patient care clearly and communicate proficiently with medical teams
Attainable Certificates Include:
- Dixie Technical College AEMT Certificate
- National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Certification
State Requirements for Licensure:
This Program Prepares You for Careers Such As:
- Emergency Medical Technician – Median Income $39k year, with top earners at $59k year.*
*Source: careeronestop.org
Total Tuition and Course Fees:
$1,211.00
Scholarships Available
Program Length:
14–18 weeks
(Program Length Depends upon Cohort Selection)
Credit Hours
7
Upcoming Start Dates:
January 11, 2027 | 12:00pm – 3:00pm | Mon – Thu | Three 12-hour clinical shifts are also required.
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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Program Description
Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation of critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system (EMS). Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs) possess the fundamental 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. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as a link between the scene and the emergency health care system.
Attendance Standard: This program has a minimum attendance standard of 80%.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of EMS and perform in accordance with operational roles, prioritizing safety and addressing legal and ethical considerations when providing emergency care.
- Integrate and apply comprehensive knowledge of airway, respiratory, and circulatory anatomy and physiology into EMS practice to assess and manage patients, ensuring optimal airway, mechanical ventilation, and respiration across all age groups.
- Utilize scene information and interpret patient assessment findings to guide and provide emergency care and transportation for patients with acute injuries, illnesses, shock, respiratory or cardiac failure/arrest, and post-resuscitation management.
- Utilize medical terminology for effective communication with healthcare professionals.
- Apply foundational EMS principles and knowledge of lifespan development to assess, manage, and provide emergency care and transportation during health emergencies and for patients with special needs.
- Demonstrate expertise in administering AEMT-carried medications in emergency scenarios.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (7 Credit Hours)
TEEM 1202: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician – 6 credit hours
TEEM 1905: AEMT Clinical Practice – 1 credit hour
Accreditation
Dixie Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Accreditation by COE is viewed as a nationally-honored seal of excellence for occupational education institutions and denotes honesty and integrity. Information regarding accreditation may be obtained at:
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
Telephone: 770-396-3898 Fax: 770-396-3790
council.org
Cost Overview
Tuition at Dixie Technical College Is Affordable
Tuition & Fees must be paid before registering for class unless a payment plan or other funding options have been approved and signed. Information is subject to change without notice.
Total Tuition and Course Fees:
$1,211.00
Additional Costs:
$50 – EMS/Tactical Pants
$55 – Stethoscope and Blood Pressure Cuff
$144 – NREMT Application and testing fees
$266 – Text Books
$65 – BLS Certification (If not currently certified)
$45 – Utah State Initial AEMT Licensure Fees
This program is NOT eligible for Federal Financial Aid.
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Cohort Start Dates
Upcoming Start Dates and Class Times for This Program
Program Length
14–18 weeks
(Program Length Depends upon Cohort Selection)
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Education Verification
Provide a copy of one of the following: High School Diploma, High School Transcript showing graduation date, GED, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree.
TB Test
Basic Utah EMT License
BLS Certification
Testing Requirements
Waived with current Utah EMT certification.
Proof of Valid Photo ID
Immunizations
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Immunizations must be completed before your program begins. Students who do not have their immunizations completed on time may lose their spot in the cohort. You will also need to complete a tuberculosis (TB) test.
Click here to find out how to access your Utah immunization records.
Professional Goal Statement
Application Fee
$0 for all applicants.
Application Review
After successfully completing and submitting the above requirements, the College will perform an application review. Students will be emailed regarding their acceptance status.
To get started on these requirements begin an application.
What You Can Become
Emergency Medical Technician
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Industry Expert Instructors
Our industry-leading instructors, equipped with years of experience and knowledge, are prepared to mentor and guide the next generation of AEMT’s.
Dan Jeffries
Dan Jeffries has over 20 years of experience in the emergency setting, including 10 years as a licensed Paramedic. With more than five years in education, he is dedicated to training and mentoring future emergency responders. Passionate about the future of EMS education, he strives to innovate and enhance learning for aspiring paramedics.
Shellie Hurt
With 19 years of experience in fire and EMS, Shellie brings invaluable real-world knowledge to preparing Dixie Tech students for diverse, challenging, and rewarding EMT careers. Shellie values hands-on training that builds camaraderie and confidence for medical, trauma, childbirth, geriatric, and mental health calls. When not teaching, she enjoys hiking and water skiing.
Emergency Medical Technician Industry Partners
Dixie Technical College's OAC program collaborates closely with industry partners, ensuring that its curriculum remains highly relevant and applicable to the dynamic demands of the modern workplace.
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