Emergency Medical Technician - EMT Advising Guide - Opportunity – Then. Now. Always.

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Emergency Medical Technician advising guide for Portland Community College explains how to pursue the EMT Career Pathway Certificate, including program purpose, structure, and eligibility for the National Registry Exam. It outlines step-by-step application requirements, documentation needed for minimum admission, and DISA Healthcare requirements for clinical placement. The guide also covers how to prepare key identification and vaccination records, use the DISA CB portal for background checks and compliance training, and directs students to supportive PCC contacts and resources.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages12

Reading Time30 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction and Helpful Contacts

Helpful Contacts

Application Process

Step 1: Apply to PCC

Step 2: Gather Documentation for Minimum Admission Requirements

Step 3: Complete the EMT Program Application

Step 4: Complete the DISA Healthcare Requirements

Before You Get Started

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Clear the Cache or use an Incognito Window

Step 2: Navigate to the DISA CB Emergency Medical Services Portal

Emergency Medical Technician Opportunity – Then. Now. Always. [LEARN MORE:](LEARN MORE: pcc.edu/911)[ pcc.edu/911](LEARN MORE: pcc.edu/911) Table of Contents | Introduction and Helpful Contacts | 3 | | --- | --- | | Application Process | 4-8 | | Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | 8-9 | | Legal Limitations for EMT Licensure | 10 | | Immunization Resources | 11-12 | | PCC Support Resources | 12 | Introduction The Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT) Career Pathway Certificate at Portland Community College is a two-course, 12-credit program that can be completed in less than one year. It is designed to prepare students to provide emergency care at the EMT level. Through hands-on skills training and focused instruction, students develop the knowledge and techniques needed to save lives and reduce the risk of serious or long-term injury. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Registry Exam. Program information, deadlines, and timelines are subject to change. For the most up-to-date details, please visit our program website at [pcc.edu/911](pcc.edu/911) . | Helpful Contacts | | | --- | --- | | Connect with an Advisor | Michelle Butler, HEP Pathway Advisor [mlbutler@pcc.edu](mlbutler@pcc.edu) | | Program Information and Onboarding Questions | Karin Crayne, Faculty Department Co-Chair [karin.ellis@pcc.edu](karin.ellis@pcc.edu) | | Student Services Navigation | 971-722-8888, [option 2 enroll@pcc.edu](option 2 enroll@pcc.edu)[ ](option 2 enroll@pcc.edu)[pcc.edu/enroll](pcc.edu/enroll) | | Financial Aid | 971-722-8888, option 4
[pcc.edu/enroll/paying-for-college/financial-aid/](pcc.edu/enroll/paying-for-college/financial-aid/) | Application Process Students must complete the application process outlined in this guide to enroll in the program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis (first-come, first-served), with at least one new cohort starting each term. All application requirements listed below must be completed before students can be registered for courses. Because class capacity varies by term, early application is strongly recommended. For more information on current class schedules, please refer to the current class schedule. Step 1: Apply to PCC ● Complete this step as soon as possible in order to gain access to PCC resources. Go to[pcc.edu/enrol](pcc.edu/enroll)[l](pcc.edu/enroll) and click the “apply now” button. ● Refer to PCC’s Academic Calendar to see the deadline to apply for admission for the term you plan to start taking classes. ● Upon admission, students will receive a G number (student ID ) and a PCC email address. Keep these handy for the next steps. ● Please note: all communications from the PCC Emergency Medical Services program will be sent to your PCC email address. It is very important that you check your PCC email regularly for program updates and next steps. Step 2: Gather Documentation for Minimum Admission Requirements ● Students must provide documentation of one of the following: ○ High school diploma or unofficial high school transcripts showing graduation ○ General Education Development (GED) certificate ○ Unofficial college transcripts ● Proof of completion of WR 115: Intro to College Composition (or placement test scores into higher level course) ● Proof of completion of RD 90: Reading (or placement test scores into higher level course) ● Proof of completion of MTH 20: Fundamentals of Math (or placement test scores into higher level course) Step 3: Complete the EMT Program Application ● A PCC email address and G number are required to apply. ● Applicants must upload unofficial documentation demonstrating that the minimum admission requirements are met, such as proof of high school completion, a GED certificate, transcripts, and/or PCC placement test scores. ● In addition, applicants must upload a copy of a government-issued photo ID verifying that they are 18 years of age or older. Step 4: Comp

FAQs

What is the EMT Career Pathway Certificate program at Portland Community College designed to do?

The program prepares students to provide emergency care at the EMT level through hands-on skills training and focused instruction. Successful completion makes students eligible to take the National Registry Exam.

What documentation is required for minimum admission requirements?

Students must provide proof of one of the following: a high school diploma or unofficial high school transcripts, a GED certificate, or unofficial college transcripts. They must also show completion of WR 115, RD 90, and MTH 20 (or placement into higher-level courses).

What is required to complete the DISA Healthcare requirements before clinical placement?

Students must meet Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for health profession student clinical training and any requirements mandated by their clinical site. PCC uses DISA CB to collect, verify, and manage required items such as background checks, drug screening, immunizations, certifications, and HIPAA/OSHA compliance training.

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