Initial EMT Hybrid Course
Flexible Online Training & Hands-On Skills
The Initial EMT Hybrid Course from North American Rescue Education & Training (NAR-T) combines self-paced online education with a required in-person Skills Week to prepare students for a career in Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
Students complete knowledge-based coursework online before attending hands-on training focused on patient assessment, EMT skills, clinical scenarios, and testing. The program has a minimum length of 90 days, and includes 195.5 training hours, with up to one year from enrollment to complete all requirements.Complete self-paced online lessons from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Practice patient assessments, EMT skills, scenarios, and practical testing in person.
Build the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed to pursue EMT certification.
Assessment & Completion Requirements
Minimum Course Average
Midterm Exam Minimum
Final Exam Minimum
Additional Completion Requirements:
- Complete all online modules and activities.
- Attend and complete required Skills Week training.
- Complete applicable clinical and ride-along requirements.
- Submit required student documentation.
- Meet all testing and program completion requirements.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion, students will be prepared to:- Complete required initial EMT didactic education.
- Prepare for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam.
- Complete applicable state-approved practical skills testing.
- Complete online, hands-on, and clinical requirements.
- Submit required documentation and verify eligibility.
- Build knowledge and skills for entry-level EMS practice.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is designed for individuals beginning a career as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who want the flexibility of online education combined with required hands-on skills training.
Online EMT Training
Complete self-paced education using the NAR-T learning platform on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Access course materials online using your phone, tablet, or computer. Study when it works best for your schedule.
- Interactive EMT lessons
- Training videos and demonstrations
- Quizzes and knowledge checks
- Flashcards and study tools
- Midterm and final exams
- Instructor support and resources
Course Topics
- CPR and basic life support
- Medical terminology
- Anatomy, physiology, and lifespan development
- Airway management
- Patient assessment
- Trauma care
- Medical emergencies
- Cardiovascular emergencies
- Pediatric and geriatric emergencies
- EMS operations
- Professional issues and communication
EMT Skills Week Locations
Greer, South Carolina | Las Vegas, Nevada
Greer, South Carolina
5-Day Skills Week
- 3 days of hands-on skills and scenarios
- 1 day of EMS field ride-along
- 1 day of psychomotor testing and evaluations
Las Vegas, Nevada
4-Day Skills Week
- 3 days of hands-on skills and scenarios
- 1 day of psychomotor testing and evaluations
- Ride-along completed outside Skills Week
Clinical & Ride-Along Requirements: NAR-T coordinates required clinical and ride-along training through approved partners. South Carolina students must use NAR-affiliated agencies. Nevada students may use an approved outside EMS agency with Program Manager authorization.
Upcoming EMT Skills Week Dates
EMT Skills Week is the required in-person portion of the Initial EMT Hybrid Course. Training includes hands-on skills labs, patient assessments, EMS simulations, and scenario-based learning.
Choosing your EMT Skills Week
- Select your location
Students may select an available EMT Skills Week in Las Vegas or Greer based on program availability. - Complete Requirements
Complete required online EMT modules and activities, maintain an 80% overall course average, pass the Midterm and Final Exams before attending. - Schedule Notice
IMPORTANT: Skills Week registration opens once all course requirements are met, provided space is available and the selected session is at least 30 days away. Skills Week dates, clinical schedules, and training activities may change based on instructor, facility, and clinical site availability.
| 2027 - Las Vegas, Nevada | ||
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| January 5-8 | February 16-19 | March 9-12 |
| April 6-9 | May 25-28 | June 15-18 |
| July 6-9 | August 10-13 | September 7-10 |
| October 5-8 | November 16-19 | |
| 2027 - Greer, South Carolina | ||
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| January 11-15 | March 8-12 | May 17-21 |
| July 26-30 | September 20-24 | November 15-19 |
NREMT EMT Exam Prep
Online EMT Training for Certification Readiness
The Initial EMT Hybrid Course from North American Rescue Education & Training is designed to help students prepare for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam, required state-approved EMT skills testing, and the next steps in the EMT certification process.
This flexible online EMT course combines self-paced learning with required hands-on EMT skills training during In-Person Skills Week. Students build the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed for patient assessment, emergency care, scenario-based decision-making, and entry-level Emergency Medical Services practice.
Structured online lessons, course exams, study tools, and instructor support help students prepare for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam.
Required hands-on training during In-Person Skills Week helps students prepare for state-approved EMT skills testing and psychomotor requirements where applicable.
Students practice patient assessment, emergency care, scenario-based decision-making, and entry-level EMS skills needed for confident field performance.
The course supports students pursuing EMT certification by providing structured lessons, study tools, instructor support, course exams, and hands-on skills practice aligned with initial EMT training expectations.
Program Approvals & Professional Affiliations
Trusted EMS Education
North American Rescue Education & Training (NAR-T) provides EMS education through recognized training approvals, authorized education partnerships, and state-aligned EMT training standards.
Our Initial EMT Hybrid Course combines flexible online education with required hands-on training to prepare students for EMT certification testing, state EMS requirements, and entry-level practice.
Recognized Organizations & Regulatory Bodies
NAR-T maintains training approvals and education relationships with recognized EMS organizations, including those shown below.
NAR-Training Agency Training Solutions
Standard Courses or Custom Training for your Agency
Need EMT training, EMS education, or a custom course solution for your agency or team?
North American Rescue Education & Training offers standard and customized training options for agencies, departments, and organizations that need reliable, high-quality medical education for their personnel.
- Agency Enrollment
Purchase training for employees or team members - Custom Courses
Build training around your agency’s needs - Team Support
Support for EMS, fire, military, and public safety
Whether you need to purchase the Initial EMT Hybrid Course for an employee or build a custom training program, NAR-T can help create a solution that fits your goals, schedule, and operational needs. Request more info by clicking here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the Initial EMT Hybrid Course, online EMT training, Skills Week, NREMT exam prep, or the EMT certification process? Review the frequently asked questions below for quick answers about enrollment, course requirements, ride-alongs, payment options, and hands-on EMT training.
Who is Eligible to Enroll?
Students enrolling in the Initial EMT Hybrid Course must be at least 18 years old, able to read and write in English, and have proof of high school completion or equivalent education.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be able to read and write in English.
- Provide proof of high school completion or equivalent education.
- High school diploma
- GED
- College Transcript or college diploma
- DD Form 214
IMPORTANT: Students must complete all required enrollment documents before receiving full course access.
Where are the EMT Skills Week and Psychomotor Skills Testing offered?
EMT Skills Week is offered at NAR-T training locations in:
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Greer, South Carolina
During Skills Week, students will:
- Practice and demonstrate core EMT psychomotor skills
- Complete patient assessment practice
- Participate in scenario-based EMS simulations
- Complete integrated patient care scenarios
- Receive coaching and remediation when needed
- Complete final practical evaluations
- Complete Basic Life Support Provider certification during Skills Week, when required
IMPORTANT: Tuition does not include travel, lodging, meals, or transportation. Students are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from the in-person training location.
How often are EMT Skills Week sessions available?
Las Vegas, Nevada Skills Week is typically scheduled monthly throughout the year, except December.
Greer, South Carolina Skills Week is typically scheduled during odd-numbered months throughout the year.
IMPORTANT: Students must complete the required online coursework, meet the minimum grade requirements, and satisfy all registration requirements before enrolling in an available EMT Skills Week session.
What is the ride-along or clinical observation requirement?
The Initial EMT Hybrid Course includes required clinical ride-along or observation hours.
NAR-T schedules required clinical ride-alongs and observation hours through our approved training partners. These experiences help students observe real emergency care, patient interaction, EMS operations, and professional expectations in the field or clinical environment.
Las Vegas Skills Week
Ride-alongs are completed outside of the 4-day Skills Week. For out-of-town students, ride-along or observation time may be available immediately after Skills Week when scheduling allows.
Greer, South Carolina Skills Week
Required ride-along and clinical observation time is scheduled and incorporated into Skills Week.
IMPORTANT: Students who currently work for an EMS agency may complete additional ride-along time with their own agency if approved; however, those hours do not count toward required program clinical observation hours unless they are scheduled through NAR-T and an approved training partner.
What happens after I complete the EMT Course?
After completing the online EMT course, attending Skills Week, completing required clinical ride-along or observation hours, and submitting all required paperwork, students may become eligible for the next steps in the EMT certification process.
This may include:
- Scheduling the National Registry EMT cognitive exam
- Completing any required state-approved EMT skills testing or psychomotor requirements
- Applying for state EMT certification or licensure
- Completing any additional state or local EMS agency requirements
The National Registry EMT cognitive exam is scheduled through Pearson VUE. Testing may be available at an approved testing center or through approved online testing options when available.
IMPORTANT: Students seeking EMT certification or licensure outside of Nevada or South Carolina should contact their state EMS office to confirm local certification, licensure, reciprocity, and testing requirements.
Do you offer payment plans for the EMT course?
Yes, PayPal payment plan options may be available at checkout, subject to PayPal approval.
IMPORTANT: Course access is issued after payment or approved financing is processed and all required enrollment documents are received.
What is included with my EMT course purchase?
The Initial EMT Hybrid Course tuition is $2,299.00.
Tuition includes:
- Online EMT course access
- Electronic textbook
- Navigate eReader access
- Interactive EMT lessons
- Study center resources
- Assessments and quizzes
- National Registry EMT cognitive exam preparation tools
- In-Person Skills Week
- Psychomotor skills practice and final practical evaluations
- Background check, when required for the program
IMPORTANT: Tuition does not include travel, lodging, meals, transportation, or personal expenses related to attending Skills Week or clinical observation.
Are uniforms required for the Initial EMT Hybrid Course?
NAR-T does not require students to purchase a formal uniform for the Initial EMT Hybrid Course.
For Skills Week, students may dress casually but must wear closed-toe shoes for safety during hands-on training.
For the clinical ride-along or observation experience, students must wear:
- Navy or black pants
- Navy or black polo shirt
- Closed-toe shoes
IMPORTANT: Steel-toe boots are preferred for field ride-along experiences.
Is financial aid accepted?
IMPORTANT: North American Rescue Education & Training does not currently accept traditional financial aid for the Initial EMT Hybrid Course.
Students may have access to PayPal payment plan options at checkout, subject to PayPal approval.
Eligible military students may also be able to use approved military education or credentialing assistance programs.
What immunizations and documents are required for the EMT ride-along?
To participate in a NAR-T scheduled clinical ride-along or observation experience, students must complete and submit required health, safety, and compliance documentation.
Students may begin working on these documents while completing the online EMT course. Required documentation may include:
- Physical exam dated within the past year
- Two doses of MMR vaccine or positive Measles, Mumps, and Rubella titers
- Negative PPD test or negative IGRA blood test, such as QuantiFERON or T-Spot
- If you have ever had a positive TB test, a negative chest X-ray dated within the last 5 years
- Hepatitis B vaccine, positive titer, or signed declination
- Proof of tetanus vaccination within the last 10 years
- Background check, included in course cost when required
- BLS CPR certification, completed during Skills Week for EMT students when required
- Proof of Chicken Pox (Varicella)
- Vaccination or a written documented history of the disease based on diagnosis or verification of the disease by a healthcare provider, or laboratory blood testing affirming serologic evidence of immunity.
IMPORTANT: Additional documentation may be required based on training location, clinical partner requirements, or state EMS requirements.
Does the Initial EMT Hybrid Course meet the National EMS Education Standards?
Yes. The Initial EMT Hybrid Course is designed to align with the current National EMS Education Standards for Initial EMT training.
The course includes the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning areas expected of entry-level EMT education. Students learn foundational EMS knowledge online, then apply that knowledge during hands-on Skills Week through practical skill stations, patient assessment, and scenario-based learning.
This hybrid format supports preparation for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam, required state-approved EMT skills testing, and entry-level Emergency Medical Services practice.
Does the Initial EMT Hybrid Course prepare me for the NREMT EMT exam?
Yes. The course is designed to help students prepare for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam and the broader EMT certification process.
Students receive structured lessons, quizzes, course exams, study tools, and review resources focused on EMT knowledge, patient assessment, trauma care, medical emergencies, EMS operations, and clinical decision-making.
Important: Students must still meet all National Registry, state EMS, and local certification or licensure requirements after course completion.
Does NAR-T accept military assistance through ArmyIgnitED and AF COOL?
Yes. North American Rescue Education & Training is an approved training vendor for military education and credentialing assistance programs, including ArmyIgnitED and AF COOL, when eligibility and funding requirements are met.
Eligible service members may be able to use military assistance to support their Initial EMT Hybrid Course enrollment.
NAR Information:
- TAX ID: 82-2728633
- DUNS #: 080863966
- CAGE CODE: 83HB3
IMPORTANT: Students should verify eligibility, funding approval, and program requirements through their military education office or credentialing assistance portal before enrolling.
For help with military assistance questions, contact NAR-T Student Support at [email protected].
Who should enroll in the Initial EMT Hybrid Course?
This course is designed for students who want to begin a career in Emergency Medical Services as an Emergency Medical Technician.
The Initial EMT Hybrid Course is a strong fit for students who want:
- Flexible online EMT training
- Required hands-on EMT skills training
- Preparation for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam
- A structured path toward the EMT certification process
- Real-world EMS skills practice through Skills Week and clinical observation
How do I enroll or contact Student Support?
To enroll in the Initial EMT Hybrid Course, complete checkout and submit all required enrollment documents.
For enrollment questions, contact Student Support:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (888) 374-7808
Can I complete the EMT online modules offline?
Important: The Initial EMT online modules require an internet connection to track your progress, complete quizzes, submit assignments, and record course completion in the NAR-T learning platform.
Some study resources, such as the electronic textbook or selected downloadable materials, may be available for offline review depending on the app or resource being used. However, official course progress, quizzes, exams, and completion requirements must be completed online.
How long do I have to complete the Initial EMT Hybrid Course?
Students have up to one year from the date of enrollment to complete the Initial EMT Hybrid Course.
The course is self-paced, allowing students to complete the online EMT training modules around work, school, family, and other responsibilities.
Students who move quickly may be able to complete the program in as little as 90 days, depending on online progress, Skills Week availability, clinical scheduling, and completion of all course requirements.
How do I register for EMT Skills Week?
IMPORTANT: Students may register for EMT Skills Week after completing all required online EMT course modules, maintaining a minimum 80% overall course average, and passing both the Midterm Exam and Final Exam.
Once these requirements are met, Skills Week registration will open in the course. Students may then select an available In-Person Skills Week session in Las Vegas, Nevada or Greer, South Carolina, based on availability and scheduling requirements.
Skills Week is the required hands-on portion of the Initial EMT Hybrid Course and includes EMT skills practice, patient assessment, scenario-based training, and final practical evaluations.
Is the NREMT exam included in my purchase?
IMPORTANT: No. The National Registry EMT cognitive exam fee is not included in the Initial EMT Hybrid Course tuition.
Your course purchase includes online EMT training, course resources, study tools, test preparation materials, and required In-Person Skills Week.
After successful course completion and verification of eligibility, students are responsible for scheduling and paying for their National Registry EMT cognitive exam through the appropriate testing process.
I'm a military veteran. Are there discounts or funding options available?
Yes. North American Rescue Education & Training offers discount options for active-duty military, reserve service members, and military veterans.
Eligible students may also be able to use military education or credentialing assistance programs, including AF COOL and ArmyIgnitED, when funding and eligibility requirements are met.
For military assistance, students may need the following vendor information:
- Tax ID: 82-2728633
- DUNS #: 080863966
- CAGE Code: 83HB3
IMPORTANT: Students should confirm discount availability, funding approval, eligibility, and program requirements before enrolling.
For current discount availability, funding questions, or military assistance support, contact NAR-T Student Support at [email protected].
I'm a current first responder. Are there discounts or funding options available?
Yes. NAR-T offers discount options for currently active first responders who are working in EMS, fire, law enforcement, emergency management, military, or other approved public safety roles.
IMPORTANT: Discount availability may vary by course, eligibility, and documentation requirements.
Current first responders should contact NAR-T Student Support before enrolling to learn more about available EMS training discounts at [email protected].
Is the hands-on EMT Skills Week included in my purchase?
Yes. The required In-Person EMT Skills Week is included with your Initial EMT Hybrid Course purchase.
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Skills Week includes:
- Hands-on EMT skills practice
- Patient assessment practice
- Integrated EMS scenarios
- Instructor coaching
- Remediation when needed
- Final practical evaluations
IMPORTANT: Students are responsible for their own travel, lodging, meals, and transportation to and from the Skills Week training location.
What is the NREMT, and why do I need it?
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, commonly called the NREMT or National Registry, is the national EMS certification organization used by many states as part of the EMT certification and licensure process.
After completing the Initial EMT Hybrid Course, eligible students may apply for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam. Passing the NREMT exam is often one of the required steps toward becoming certified or licensed as an EMT.
IMPORTANT: State EMS offices make the final decision on EMT licensure or certification requirements. Students should always check with the state where they plan to work to confirm local EMT requirements.
how can I check if my state allows reciprocity after completing the EMT course?
Students who plan to seek EMT certification or licensure outside of Nevada or South Carolina should contact their state EMS office before enrolling or before completing the certification process.
Each state sets its own EMS licensure, certification, and reciprocity requirements. Many states recognize National Registry certification, but reciprocity rules, application steps, fees, background checks, and additional requirements vary by state.
To check your state’s requirements:
- Visit your state EMS office website.
- Search for EMT certification, licensure, or reciprocity requirements.
- Confirm whether your state accepts EMT education completed in Nevada or South Carolina.
- Ask whether National Registry EMT certification is required.
- Confirm any additional state-specific testing, application, background check, or documentation requirements.
IMPORTANT: Students are responsible for verifying the requirements in the state where they plan to become licensed or certified as an EMT.
Is there an app I can use with the initial EMT Hybrid Course?
Yes. Students enrolled in the Initial EMT Hybrid Course can access their online EMT training modules through the Moodle Workplace app.
After enrollment, students will receive instructions on how to download the app, log in, and access their EMT online course materials from a phone or tablet.
IMPORTANT: The app provides convenient mobile access to course content; however, some activities, quizzes, exams, or required submissions may work best on a desktop or laptop computer.
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