***This registration is for the Fall EMT Program that starts on 8/26/25. Alternatively, we are also offering a 6-week Accelerated Summer EMT Program from June 30, 2025, to August 6, 2025. Classes for the accelerated summer program will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with two additional Saturday sessions on July 26 and August 2 (also 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM). Due to the intensive nature of the accelerated program, only one absence is permitted. Registration for the accelerated summer EMT program is also on this page.***
**The $400.00 deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.**
It is also MANDATORY that the deposit be paid to be allowed to attend class.
Class times are as follows: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm to 10pm, and Saturdays from 8am to 4pm. Classes will take place at Hartford Hospital's Center of Education, Simulation, and Innovation (CESI).
Students must be 16 years of age at the completion of class to become certified as an EMT in the State of Connecticut, but may start the program before they turn 16.
This 250+ hour course is an entry level program that will train you to be an integral member of the pre-hospital team. The course provides instruction in basic life support skills such as CPR, airway management, treatment of bleeding control and shock recognition. In addition, we will cover: care for trauma victims, medical emergencies, OB/Gyn, and pediatrics.
During the program you will be required to complete 20 hours of observation time at the Hartford Hospital Emergency Department and/or at a local ambulance service provider. This will be conducted outside of normal class times.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible to take the certification exam from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). Successful completion of the exam is required in order to be certified as an EMT in Connecticut.
The tuition fee includes the following:
- Trauma Shears
- Stethoscope
- Blood Pressure Cuff
- Pen Light
- BLS Healthcare Provider Certification(CPR)
- CESI EMT Program Polo Shirt
- State of Connecticut Practial Exam (One attempt, scheduled the day after the completion of the program)
A week prior to the start of class, we will send you more information about the course.
The textbook cost and NREMT written exam are NOT included in the cost of the program.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please don't hesitate to contact us at emt.training@hhchealth.org.
Regards,
Your Hartford Hospital Initial Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program Instructors