Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

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Train for a career where every second matters. 

Become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and take the first step into a fast‑paced, meaningful healthcare career. You’ll learn from experienced professionals through hands‑on classroom instruction, labs, and simulated emergency situations that reflect real‑world challenges.

As a New York State Department of Health–approved sponsor of EMS Certification Programs, MCC gives you the training and confidence you need to provide lifesaving care—and prepares you for future advancement into paramedic‑level training.
And if you’re not ready to commit to the certificate program, that’s okay—we offer other credentials and standalone courses to help you get into the emergency medical field quickly.
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What You’ll Learn

In MCC’s Emergency Medical Services certificate program, you’ll learn how to: 

  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments in emergency situations 
  • Deliver medications and life‑saving interventions following established protocols 
  • Manage patient care and provide safe, effective transportation to medical facilities 
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and other emergency and medical professionals 
  • Build a strong foundation to prepare for advanced EMS roles, including paramedic‑level training and EMS management 
 

The MCC Experience

Train in Real-World Scenarios

Dive into hands-on learning at MCC’s Public Safety Training Facility, a regional emergency training complex. You’ll receive classroom instruction from experienced instructors combined with fieldwork experience using a variety of simulators, equipment, and other training tools. The result? You’ll feel confident, capable, and ready to respond. 

Prepare for EMT Certification

MCC is recognized by the NYS Department of Health as an authorized sponsor of EMS Certification Programs. This means that after you complete the EMS-110 course, you’ll be eligible to apply for certification as a New York State Emergency Medical Technician, as well as a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician.

Steppingstone to Paramedic Certification

If you’re looking to continue advancing in your career, this program’s credits can be used toward MCC’s Paramedic degree or certificate programs.

Start Your Career

MCC’s EMS certificate helps prepare you for entry‑level roles across the emergency medical services field. With guidance from experienced EMS faculty and MCC Career Counselors—and flexibility through elective courses—you’ll be ready to pursue opportunities with employers such as: 

  • AMR (American Medical Response) 
  • Irondequoit Ambulance
  • Monroe Ambulance 
  • Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance
  • CHS Mobile Integrated Healthcare 
  • Mercy Flight Central 

For help researching career options, necessary training and education, salaries and wages, and projected job growth, stop by the Career Services office. 

Ready to Apply?

Applying to MCC is free, with no college essay or test scores required.

Program Details

Train for real-world emergency care with MCC’s EMS Certificate. Learn hands-on skills and prepare to pursue NYS EMT certification.
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Certificate

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Certificate at Monroe Community College helps you get ready for work in the emergency medical field. You’ll learn the basics of emergency care and practice hands-on skills you can use in real situations. Monroe Community College is recognized by the New York State Department of Health as an authorized sponsor of EMS Certification Programs.

Length

1 year / 24 to 25 credit hours
Students typically complete this program in 2 semesters of full-time study.

Location

Public Safety Training Facility

Program Requirements

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