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We believe EMT education can be more than checking boxes required for certification. Our hands-on approach to learning the challenging field of EMS will prepare students to care for critical patients on day one of their career.
EMT
We believe strongly that EMS education should be as close to real-life as possible. Students are mentored by working paramedics to learn the dynamic environment of pre-hospital care. Our faculty prepare students for the stress of austere medicine by providing students with a firm foundation of technical knowledge, crisis management techniques, team leadership skills and therapeutic communication strategies.
The OHSU/¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ EMT program provides students opportunities to practice their craft through a unique combination of:
- High-fidelity simulations with EMT and Paramedic teams.
Practice concepts of , team leadership and followership. - Human cadaver invasive skills lab
Practice all skills within the EMT scope of practice on non-embalmed specimens
Forged over 50 years of EMS education, our partnerships with progressive EMS organizations provide students the experience of responding to 911 calls. Students spend 24 hours with metropolitan advanced life support ambulance and fire response crews. During rotations students have the opportunity to interact with patients in crisis and perform EMT skills under the supervision of their preceptor.
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With hands-on experience as a dedicated Medic in the 911 emergency system, Carmen Curtz brings a wealth of expertise in providing critical medical care during high-pressure situations. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication from Portland State University, Carmen combines a strong educational foundation with a passion for serving the community and aiding individuals in their times of greatest need. Carmen has honed a deep understanding of medical emergencies, demonstrating unwavering compassion while delivering life-saving care to human beings. This extensive real-world experience not only equips Carmen with exceptional medical skills but also a unique ability to communicate effectively under duress.
Carmen is a dedicated educator who finds fulfillment in sharing practical knowledge acquired from the field. This passion for teaching extends from the streets to the classroom, where Carmen empowers aspiring medical professionals with insights drawn from real-life scenarios. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, Carmen inspires students to approach their careers with a blend of technical proficiency and critical thinking. Connect with Carmen to tap into a wealth of practical knowledge, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to serving the community through expertise in the most critical moments.
Course Information
- Traditional EMT 151/152 - offered over Fall, Winter and Spring terms
- 12 total college credits
- Blended course: Online lectures, videos, quizzes, and resources prepare students to engage with paramedic faculty in on-campus labs
- Online lectures allow students to re-watch and bookmark as needed
- Face to face with faculty for questions and discussion
- Paramedic faculty and lab instructors
- Great student/instructor ratio
- Course prepares students to sit for NREMT and Oregon State EMT certifications
Our accelerated EMT summer course is paused for 2026. Please check back next year for availability.
Opportunity for Real-Life Experience
After you successfully complete the EMT course hone your skills with a paramedic preceptor on our EMT externship course that places you as a team member on a 911 ambulance for 10 shifts.
Goal Oriented
The course equips students to accomplish two critical goals (in this order):
- Provide quality patient care, under stress, in austere environments
- Pass the NREMT certification exam with relative ease
Comprehensive EMS Education
We have the options and resources to expand your career from EMT coursework, a paramedic program and onto a bachelor's degree in EMS Management.
Student Positions are Limited!
Please consider joining us for your EMT education - hurry, class size is limited to retain quality!
Oregon Average: 73%, National Average: 71%
