EMT-Basic certification
Course instruction takes students to the level of Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, a vital part of the health care team, providing the majority of pre-hospital emergency medical care. Students will learn all skills necessary to pass certification exams and provide emergency medical care, at the basic life support level, with an ambulance service or other specialized service. Training includes clinical ride-along time. Successful students are prepared for immediate employment in emergency services and may choose to go on to complete Paramedic certification.

Upcoming classes
Union County - Fall 2012
Orientation: Thursday, July 12, 2012, 7 p.m. - Required
Class dates: August-December 2012
Tuesday & Thursday, 6-10 p.m. & one Saturday each month, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Also offered as an online hybrid course, with minimal time on campus
Pre-requisite: High School diploma or GED

EMT-Paramedic certification
The 12-month EMT-Paramedic course continues training in Emergency Services with focus on advanced skills and the administration of medication. Topics of study will include advanced cardiac and intubation techniques, understanding EKGs, and administration and interactions of medication. 1096 hours of training includes clinical and ride-along time. Paramedic students must also complete a course in Anatomy & Physiology.

Upcoming classes
Paramedic 2013
Orientation: Look for orientation date in November 2012. -  Required
Next class: January – December 2013
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-10pm & one Saturday each month 8am-5pm
Pre-requisite: EMT-Basic certification

Anatomy & Physiology EMS 3000
Next Class: Fall 2012 
Offered Online
Required for EMT-Paramedic students. Recommended before beginning EMT-P classes, but can be taken concurrently.
Click here to register online Use Course Code Number: EMS 3000

CPR Instructor training
Become a certified CPR Instructor for American Heart Association.
Next Class: TBA
Pre-requisite: Must have current CPR certification from American Heart Association

EMT/Paramedic Mandatory Training and Continuing Education
Training topics vary; most are offered at VFDs throughout Union and Anson counties. For more information, contact Robby Smith at 704-290-5817 or rsmith@spcc.edu.

Contact Robby Smith at 704-290-5817 or rsmith@spcc.edu for further information on Emergency Services programs and training.