Emergency Medical Services

Overview

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program at Howard High School of Technology teaches students how to help people in medical emergencies. Students learn how to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) by starting the first part of the national EMT course. This program also prepares students for jobs in fire departments, hospitals, and ambulance services. Students can earn certifications that let them start working right after high school. Full EMT certification is available when students turn 18.

What You’ll Learn

What EMTs do and how emergency care works
How to stay safe and follow the law during emergencies
How to deal with dangerous materials and infections
How to drive and work in an ambulance
How the body works and how to check someone’s condition
How to write reports and talk to other team members
How to help someone breathe
How to do CPR and use a defibrillator (AED)
How to answer emergency calls

Hands-On Experience

Students practice emergency care using real tools and equipment. They learn CPR, how to move patients, and how to work safely. Some students also work in hospitals or with ambulance crews through co-op jobs in their senior year.

Certification

Students in this program may earn:

CPR & AED Certification
EMR (Emergency Medical Responder)
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)
First Aid Certification
First Responder Exam
Call Taker Certification

Employment Opportunities

After graduation or with co-op:

EMT
911 Operator
Firefighter
Police Officer
Medical Assistant
Hospital Staff

With more college or training:

Paramedic
Nurse
Surgical Tech
Emergency Room Doctor or Nurse
Physician’s Assistant

Earning Potential Range

Students in this field can earn between $16 and $22.50 per hour. With additional training or college, earnings can grow to $55,000–$120,000 per year.

Locations

School Emblem	School Name	Title	Instructor Name
	ST. GEORGES TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	Instructor:	Ms. Jennifer Immediato Mr. Paul Bazzoli