Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training

Two students and an instructor work during an EMT class at MTSU

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training

Updated: March 1, 2024

Registration has closed for the 2024 EMT classes at MTSU. The next EMT classes will begin in late spring 2025. The next Advanced EMT class will begin in late fall 2024. Links to the 2025 EMT Notification List and the 2024 Advanced EMT Notification List are at the bottom of this page.

There are 30 seats in each class. Seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Full payment is due at the time of registration. Payment must be made by credit/debit card.

Class Schedule and Location:

The EMT classes will meet two nights a week (either Monday & Wednesday evenings or Tuesday & Thursday evenings) from 6pm – 9pm on scheduled lecture nights. On practical skills training nights, the classes will meet from 6pm – 10pm.  

Classes will be held in the training room of MTSU's University College at 503B East Bell Street in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Course Fees and Information:

The registration fee will be determined at a later date. The 2024 classes were $1,949.00 which covered textbooks, liability insurance, and a scheduling software license for clinical rotations.


Additional expenses that students may expect to incur (costs are approximate):
Travel to class and clinicals                                           Cost will vary
A minimum of 2 Uniform shirts                                     $30.00 each
Pants, Shoes, Belts (All Black)                                      Cost will vary
Equipment (Stethoscope, BF Cuff, etc.)                         Optional
Eye Protection (Safety glasses/goggles)                        $12.00
State Criminal background check:                                 $48.00
School Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen           $81.50
Reflective Vest                                                              $10.00
(Neiko High Visibility Neon Orange Zipper Front Safety Vest with Reflective Strips - Available from Amazon)

Examination and testing fees (fees are subject to change):
National Registry EMT                                                   $104.00
State Application fee:                                                   $50.00
State Licensing fee:                                                      $75.00

This is a non-credit course. You do not have to apply for admission to, nor be accepted as a degree-seeking student at MTSU. No college credit will be received for completing this course. Therefore, federal financial aid such as the Hope Scholarship, Stafford Loans, Pell Grants, etc. may NOT be used as payment.

Admission Requirements:

  1. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
  2. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
  3. Must possess an academic high school diploma or a general equivalency diploma (G.E.D).
  4. Must have no history within the past three years of habitual intoxication or personal misuse of any drugs or the use of intoxicating liquors, narcotics, controlled substances, or other drugs or stimulants in such manner as to adversely affect the person’s ability to practice as an emergency medical technician.
  5. No felony convictions or be on probation for any offense.

This class is eligible for Montgomery GI Bill and Post 9/11 veteran's benefits. However, you must pay for the class at the time of registration and then be reimbursed by your veteran's benefits. This class is NOT eligible for any VA housing allowances.

 To be notified when registrations is open for the next classes, click the link below::

2025 EMT Class Notification List (touchnet.com)

2024 Advanced EMT Class Notification List (touchnet.com)

 

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