Emergency Medical Responder Initial Hybrid Course (EMR)
Part 1 of 2; EMT Completion Certification Pathway
This hybrid in-classroom and online course will prepare the entry-level student to become an Emergency Medical Responder with the State of Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB).
Emergency Medical Responder Hybrid Course
The EMR Initial Hybrid Course is offered in a part-time evenging format, or as an accelerated course in the month of January. The program combines the online-learning experience with essential hands-on skills and scenario training. Initial American Heart Association CPR BLS certification is included in this course. In addition, students who successfully complete the course will be eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) written exam for Emergency Medical Responder if advanced request is received. The curriculum is based on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration National EMS Education Standards for the Emergency Medical Responder and Emergency Medical Technician (2009).
This class acts as the pre-requisite for the Emergency Medical Technician Completion Course (to obtain Initial EMT Certification).
Upcoming 2022-2023 Courses
EMR Initial Hybrid Course (EMRH): September 20th - October 27th, 2022, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:00PM-10:00PM, PLUS final practical examination on Saturday, October 29th, 8:00AM-2:00PM. EMR Initial Hybrid Course Flier Fall 2022
EMR Accelerated Hybrid Course (EMRAH): January 7th - 28th, 2023, Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6:00PM-10:00PM, PLUS Saturdays, 8:00AM-4:30PM. EMR Accelerated Hybrid Course Flier January 2023
2022-2023 Tuition Fee Schedule
- EMR Initial Hybrid Course: $600.00
- EMR Accelerated Hybrid Course: $600.00
Questions?
Northfield Hospital & Clinics - EMS Education
1600 Riverview Lane
Northfield, MN 55057
Phone: (507) 646 - 6551
Email: smithj@northfieldhospital.org
Emergency Medical Responder Initial Certification:
Emergency Medical Responder Initial Hybrid Course (EMRH):
This course is designed for the student with little or no previous EMS experience. This hybrid in-classroom and online course will prepare the student to become an Emergency Medical Responder with the State of Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB). AHA BLS CPR certification is included in the course.
Emergency Medical Responder Accelerated Hybrid Course (EMRAH):
This course is designed for the student with little or no previous EMS experience. This accelerated, hybrid in-classroom and online course will prepare the student to become an Emergency Medical Responder with the State of Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB). AHA BLS CPR certification is included in the course. Accelerated
Course Note: This course has been largely condensed from the typical course schedule for an accelerated learning experience. This majority of the coursework is to be completed outside of the classroom and is designed for an at-home workload of 6-10 hours per week, not including scheduled classroom sessions. Students are expected to complete an average of 8 textbook chapters, online quizzes/exams, in addition to various assignments per week. Strict adherence to the course schedule and good time management is essential for this course. Please consider your work, school and personal commitments before registering for this course. Failure to attend scheduled class times will have detrimental impact on the student’s ability to successfully complete this course. If 2 or more absences occur for any reason, the status of the student will be reviewed by the faculty to determine a disposition. Course failure is likely under these circumstances.