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Fire and EMS

Pre-Hospital Education Program

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Earn EMT Certification

The Clemson University Pre-Hospital Education program offers Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training for students of the University. This program is managed by the Clemson University Fire and EMS Department and taught by members of CUFD. The program gives students the skills needed to provide medical support and transport to injured or critically ill patients.

Fall 2025 Course Details

The program will feature a hybrid format with online modules, in-person classroom instruction and skills labs, as well as clinical experiences. Each student will be required to ride on an Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance or Quick Response Vehicle (QRV) and have a minimum of 10 patient contacts, which typically takes around 36 hours to complete.

Fall 2025 Application

Key Dates
  • Applications must be submitted by Monday, July 28, 2025, at 8 a.m.
  • Applicants will be notified of their acceptance no later than Friday, August 1, 2025.
  • A course fee of $1,600 is due Thursday, August 14, 2025, by 5 p.m.
    • The course fee includes your digital book and access to study material from the vendor, a Clinical uniform shirt and any certification cards.
    • Full payment for the program is required up front.
  • The course will begin the week of August 25, 2025.
Scheduling Details
  • Classes will not be held during University holidays or final exam week. 
  • Each student will be assigned an in-person class day based on their availability.
  • Changes to the assigned in-person day may be made with prior approval from the instructor, such as for major academic obligations. 
Note
  • All students must be able to pass a background check.