West Coast Emergency Medical Training EMT Education Program - Course Catalog - Updated 1/1/2017

Sep 23, 2026

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West Coast Emergency Medical Training presents its EMT Education Program Course Catalog, updated 1/1/2017, outlining course policies, instructor and contact information, certification requirements, and program expectations. The catalog details the program mission to develop highly skilled prehospital care providers, emphasizing high academic standards and teamwork. It also describes training locations, bureau approval, complaint procedures, and the course structure across didactic, practical, and clinical observation phases, including exam and quiz requirements, required textbooks, attendance rules, and internship/ride-along obligations.

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CategoryExam

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Pages33

Reading Time1 h 23 min

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Introduction

Our Training Location

Mission Statement

Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education

Program Information

General Course Description

5 Block Exams

Required Textbook and Materials

Internship/Ride Along

Attendance

West Coast Emergency Medical Training EMT Education Program Course Catalog Updated 1/1/2017 Introduction Welcome to the West Coast Emergency Medical Training EMT Training Program. This will outline various course policies for your reference. This manual will include sections to inform you about the various instructors and contact information, course completion requirements, and course expectations. You will also be asked to sign a certification at the end of this packet indicating that you have read and understand these policies governing participation in the program. The EMT Education Program is devoted to developing highly skilled and educated prehospital care providers. West Coast Emergency Medical Training has created a program that is recognized for excellence in EMT Education. This basic premise is focused around high academic standards, a commitment to the field of pre-‐‑hospital emergency care, and a dedication to present and future students and EMTs. The program will strive to be attentive to student needs by creating a stimulating academic environment where learning will foster future academic growth and challenge preconceived notions. With every program we expect our students to commit themselves to success by studying, participating in class discussions, approaching faculty or staff members concerning extra help or problems encountered in the program, and being prepared for class on a daily basis. In return, the student can expect that the program faculty will commit to listen to the student’s needs as a learner, develop quality educational programs, study tips, and classroom presentations, and assist each learner in becoming successful. Our Training Location Class Room-‐‑ Riverside County 1960 Chicago Avenue, Suite D-‐‑19 Riverside, CA 92507 Class Room-‐‑ Orange County 940 Town and Country Rd Orange, CA 92868 Administration Office 936 Town and Country Rd Orange, CA 92868 714-‐‑558-‐‑9604 [info@WestCoastEMT.com](info@WestCoastEMT.com)[ ](info@WestCoastEMT.com)[www.WestCoastEMT.com](www.WestCoastEMT.com) Mission Statement West Coast Emergency Medical Training is committed to offering the highest level of education and training to Emergency Medical Technicians. Our Emergency Medical Technician course is specifically designed to prepare the student for a career as a professional Emergency Healthcare Provider in the pre-‐‑hospital setting. This course material is drawn from the new National Education Standards Curriculum. This program places a strong emphasis on academic achievement within the specified curriculum as well as a solid understanding of the importance of teamwork. Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education West Coast Emergency Medical Training is a private institution and has been approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at the address below. A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-‐‑7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureaus internet website www.bppe.ca.gov Physical Address: 2525 Capitol Oaks Drive Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95833 Mailing Address: PO Box 980818 West Sacramento, CA 95798-‐‑0818 Phone Number: (916) 431-‐‑6959 Toll Free: (888) 370-‐‑7589 Fax Number: (916) 263-‐‑1897 Website: www.BPPE.CA.GOV Program Information General Course Description This program is broken down into three phases: Didactic (Lecture), Practical (Hands-‐‑on Skills) and Clinical Observation (Hospital Clinical / Ambulance Ride-‐‑along Shifts) . The course is comprised of a total of 184 hours broken down as follows: Didactic/Practical -‐‑ 160 hours, Clinical– a minimum of 24 hours of total obser

FAQs

What are the phases of the EMT Education Program?

The program is divided into three phases: Didactic (Lecture), Practical (Hands-on Skills), and Clinical Observation (Hospital Clinical/Ambulance Ride-along Shifts).

How many hours and what examinations are required to complete the program?

The course totals 184 hours, including 160 hours of Didactic/Practical and at least 24 hours of clinical observation. Completion requires five block exams, five quizzes, and a final exam.

What materials are required for the course?

Students are expected to have the required textbook, Emergency Care of the Sick and Injured (11th Edition, AAOS), during class.

Sep 23, 2026

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