EMS Certifications

The emergency medical technician (EMT) is an integral part of the health care system in today’s society, providing emergency medical services (EMS) in a wide variety of situations in the pre-hospital setting. EMT-basics, intermediates and paramedics are an extension of the emergency department and have received increasing attention and public awareness due to television and public events.

Stark State College is accredited to offer emergency medical services training ranging from First Responder to EMT-paramedic.

The EMT curricula follow the National Department of Transportation and Ohio Objectives. Successful completion of the certification courses will allow a student to take the National Registry Certification Exam, which is required by the state of Ohio for certification as an EMT at any level. The EMS Courses consist of classroom and lab sessions, including hands-on training in an ambulance on campus. Additionally, training in various hospitals and infield internship with fire departments and EMS squads is required.

Critical thinking and physical agility are among the skills required to function as an EMT. Emergency services are highly regarded and respected by our community and throughout the country. Graduates of Stark State College’s EMS training will find their career to be very challenging and rewarding.

EMT - Basic Certification

Admission Requirements:

• age 17 or in the last year of high school, OR 18 and out of high school
• proof of proficiency in reading English as demonstrated on SSC COMPASS test
• meet admission requirements as set forth in OAC 4765

For further information contact: Bonnie Stich 330-494-6170, Ext. 4724

EMT - Paramedic

Admission Requirements:

• current EMT-basic certification in the State of Ohio
• current health care provider basic life support certification
• meet admission requirements as set forth in OAC 4765

For further information contact: Bonnie Stich 330-494-6170, Ext. 4724

According to various sections of the Ohio Law and Regulations for Certification and Licensure Boards, persons convicted of any felony will not be accepted into the emergency fire services and the emergency medical services programs at Stark State College. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor may not be accepted into the emergency fire services and emergency medical services programs at Stark State College. For more information, contact the dean of student services and the applicable licensure/certification board.