Emergency Medical Services

The EMT Initial class is a foundation class that introduces the student to the world of Emergency Medical Science. This course exposes the student to patient assessment, managing trauma, and medical issues that arise within the population. The student will learn the skills to splint a potential fractured bone, assist with breathing, perform CPR, and bandage wounds that occur among a multitude of other skills.

The EMT course consists of 240 didactic hours, including 80 hours of skill and assessment labs, and 48 hours of EMS field internship.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to take the North Carolina certification exam or the National Registry certification exam at the EMT level.

Students must be at least 17 years of age at the start of class. High School students who are under 18 years may take the EMT class, and if eligible, may take the NCEMS EMT exam. Students who pass the EMT exam, but are under 18, will not receive their credentials until they are 18.

Application Packet Checklist

• EMT Application Packet
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Reading Test Score or College Transcript
• Copy of Driver’s License
• If applicable: Copy of any applicable specialty cards

*If you need to schedule a placement test, please contact the testing center at (910) 272-3641

 The AEMT course consists of approximately 136 hours of instructor-led didactic, skill, and
assessment labs, 75 hours of online education, as well as 48 hours of hospital clinical,l and 48 hours of EMS field internship.

The following criteria must be met prior to entering the ALS Program. Students should bring all of the
information listed below prior to registering for the class. Registration will not be allowed without
fulfilling each prerequisite. 

• Possession of a valid and active North Carolina EMT Credential, NREMT, or another state’s EMS Credential prior to the start of the clinical or field component.
• Provide a copy of a current credential in the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Complete the current reading and math assessment tests and score reading comprehension and math skills at the 12th-grade level. Students producing a college transcript illustrating successful completion of a college-level English and/or Math course are exempt from the reading and/or math assessment.

   *If you need to schedule a placement test, please contact the testing center (910) 272-3641

Application Packet Checklist

• ALS Program Admission Application
• College Transcript OR Assessment Test Results, Math AND Reading
• Copy of Driver’s License
• Copy of AHA CPR Credential
• Copy of EMT Credential

The following criteria must be met prior to entering the ALS Program. Students should bring all of the information listed below prior to registering for the class. Registration will not be allowed without fulfilling each prerequisite. RCC EMS Program requires applicants MUST:

• Possession of a valid and active North Carolina EMT Credential, NREMT, or another state’s EMS Credential prior to the start of the clinical or field component.
• Provide a copy of a current credential in the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Complete the current reading and math assessment tests and score reading comprehension and math skills at the 12th-grade level. Students producing a college transcript illustrating successful completion of a college-level English and/or Math course are exempt from the reading and/or math assessment. If you need to schedule a placement test, please contact the testing center at (910) 272-3641.
• Submit a Continuing Education Registration Form. This form will be emailed to you after the application is accepted. Registrations can also be completed in person at RCC’s main campus once the application is accepted.

Application Packet Checklist

Please attach a copy of the following with the application. (Applications will be considered incomplete without each of the following attached.)

• ALS Program Admission Application
• College Transcript OR Assessment Test Results, Math AND Reading
• Copy of Driver’s License
• Copy of AHA CPR Credential
• Copy of EMT Credential
• Paramedic Only: Copy of EMS 3163, EMS 3168 & 3169, BIO 163, BIO 168 & 169

• Paramedic Day Course
  • Link to register https://robeson-register.fundfive.com/course/section/33664
  • Paramedic Day SU27 Schedule – June 26 Start
    • Application
      • RCC MEDIC Application
• Paramedic Night Course
  • Link to register https://robeson-register.fundfive.com/course/section/33665
  • Paramedic Night SU27 Schedule – June 26 Start
  • Application
    • RCC MEDIC Application

EMS Recertification and Refresher Student Prerequisites

1. EMS Credential Status
   • Currently holds a valid North Carolina, NREMT, or other State EMS Credential.
   • Held a North Carolina EMS Credential (EMR, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic) that has expired and qualifies for the reinstatement of a lapsed credential under 10A NCAC13P.0512.
2. If the competence of the student falls below the required level, the student should be encouraged to improve those skills before renewing their EMS credential. An educational institution is not required to enroll a student whose skills do not meet the required level.

Scope of Practice Component

The scope of practice performance evaluation is scenario-based and must be consistent with the requirements detailed in the OEMS Technical Scope of Practice Performance Evaluations document.

• For individuals completing a refresher course for the purpose of renewing active and valid credentials are not required to complete a Technical Scope of Practice.
• For individuals completing a refresher course to reinstate an expired or amended credential shall successfully complete a level appropriate Technical Scope of Practice.

EMS RECERTIFICATION AND REFRESHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SUMMARY
The following represents a summary of the required components and recommended minimum time requirements for the EMS refresher program:

Registration Fee: $180.00

This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina.

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Registration Fee: $180.00

This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina.

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EMS Instructor Methodology

Class will be on-line from January 13, 2026 until April 14, 2026

Link to register https://robeson-register.fundfive.com/course/section/28458

Class will be on-line from March 3, 2026 until June 2, 2026

Link to register https://robeson-register.fundfive.com/course/section/31019

Registration Fee: $180.00

This fee may be waived for those affiliated with an eligible Public Safety agency in North Carolina.

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BLS – CPR TRAINING

This course meets the requirements for Child Care, Nursing Assistant, Nursing, and other agencies that require the American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR card. Written and performance testing is required. This class is offered on campus on the first, second, and fourth Friday of each month from 0830-1330.  A course completion card will be issued within 20 days of successful course completion. 

This class is offered on our main campus, building 17, Health Science Room 1751-B, upstairs

American Heart Association Course Fees Disclaimer
The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of the fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA

To register, click on the following link: CPR Classes

HEARTSAVER FIRST AID TRAINING 

The Heartsaver First Aid course trains participants in first-aid basics for the most common first aid emergencies, including how to recognize them, how to call for help, and how to perform lifesaving skills. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) and the 2020 AHA/Red Cross Guidelines for First Aid. The AHA Heartsaver First Aid Course is designed for anyone with limited or no medical training who needs a course completion card in first aid to meet job, regulatory, or other requirements.

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH?

• First aid basics
• Medical emergencies
• Injury emergencies
• Environmental emergencies
• Preventing illness and injury

This class is offered on campus each month on the third Friday from 0830-1130. A course completion card will be issued within 20 days of successful course completion. This class may also be offered off-campus at your place of business if adequate space is available for groups of 6 or more. 

This class is offered on our main campus, building 17, Health Science Room 1751-B, upstairs

American Heart Association Course Fees Disclaimer
The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of the fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA

To register, click on the following link: First Aid Classes