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College of DuPage continues to experience a Microsoft service outage affecting various applications, with no confirmed timeline for restoration. Campus is open Friday,  Nov.13, and will operate on its regular schedule, and the MacAninch Arts Center will remain open for its scheduled performances. We are monitoring the situation and will share updates as they become available.

Emergency Medical Technician Certificate Program

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Program

Program at a Glance

Degree Types

  • Certificate

Formats

  • In-Person

Length

  • 1 Semester | Certificate

Academic and Career Pathway

Health Sciences

College of DuPage offers an Emergency Medical Technician certificate program each semester. Students interested in completing this ten-credit-hour course are encouraged to enroll early as classes fill up quickly. 

Completing EMT training is a first step toward becoming a paramedic and is also a great way for students to decide whether this or another health care profession is a career they would like to pursue.

Program Registration

EMT registration for Spring 2027 is now open. Seats are first come, first served and we do not overload EMT class sections or allow waitlisting. All EMT Registration Requirements must be completed in order to be cleared for registration. Contact EMS/Fire Science Program Manager Brian Baudek (baudekb@cod.edu) or call (630) 942-2107 to inquire about possible available seats and/or be placed on an interest list. Visit EMT Registration Requirements and follow the steps for EMT registration closely to avoid issues or delays.

Students who will miss more than three (3) days of class time will be ineligible to challenge the National Registry of EMT (NREMT) Certification Exam and also for Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) EMT Licensure. Students are encouraged to wait until the next program offering if more than three (3) class days will be missed.

EMT Classes

EMT class sections can be viewed on Student Planning. You do not need to be logged in to view classes. 

Enrollment for EMT Registration is limited, is on a first-come/first-serve basis, and classes will not be overloaded or seats reserved. Please monitor the class schedule for availability prior to beginning the registration process. 

When all the EMT Registration Requirements are completed, including the background check (not just submitted, but actually completed), you may register through your myACCESS/Student Planning account.  You can also register by emailing (using only your COD student email: xxx@ dupage.edu) the Registration office or calling registration (630) 942-2377. Be sure to include/have ready your COD ID#, Course Number (Fire 2271) and Section # (HYxxx), and a registration representative will complete your enrollment and provide a balance due for payment. If your student account balance is not fully covered by financial aid or military benefits, you must enroll in a payment plan or pay your balance in full or you will be dropped for nonpayment.

EMT Employment Opportunities Area Listing

College of DuPage partners with several four-year institutions to help students seamlessly complete a bachelor’s degree in emergency medical services. Students can connect with Transfer Services for personalized guidance on transfer opportunities.

For more information about Transfer Pathways, visit the College of DuPage Catalog. The pathway outlines a typical two-year course plan for completing an AA or AS degree before transferring to a four-year program. Course requirements vary by institution, so consult your faculty or academic advisor for specific guidance.

Articulation Agreements

College of DuPage maintains transfer agreements with many colleges and universities to ensure a smooth transition toward a bachelor’s degree. These agreements often include a defined course sequence. Students should regularly meet with a faculty member or Advising Services to stay on track.

Transfer Guides

Beyond articulation agreements and guaranteed admission programs, College of DuPage courses transfer to many other institutions. Transfer Guides help students select COD courses that meet prerequisites for specific majors and include details such as contact information, major requirements, general education requirements, and transfer policies.

Building Your Future

Students at COD prepare for real-world emergency response by participating in full-scale mass casualty and multiple-victim incident drills alongside students from Loyola University Chicago’s EMS program, gaining hands-on experience in a highly realistic, controlled learning environment.

 
 
 
 

 
 
 

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