Emergency Medical Technician

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PHECC Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course

The PHECC Emergency Medical Technician course prepares participants to deliver patient care in both pre-hospital and inter-facility emergency settings.

This intensive programme combines structured theory with practical skills training, including patient assessment, cardiac first response advanced, and patient moving and handling. Continuous assessment supports skill development throughout the course.

For individuals seeking a career in emergency medical services or progression within the sector, the EMT qualification is a significant professional step.

If you require further information or wish to discuss upcoming course dates, please contact us.

Course Content

The programme covers a comprehensive range of topics aligned with PHECC standards, including:

Primary survey
Secondary survey
Clinical anatomy and physiology
Airway and ventilation
Respiratory emergencies
Cardiac First Response Advanced
Cardiovascular emergencies
General medical emergencies
Bleeding, shock and soft tissue injuries
Musculoskeletal, head and spinal injuries
Childbirth and neonatal resuscitation
Paediatrics
Basic patient care
Gaining access to the patient at scene
Ambulance operations
Communications and radio procedures
Infection prevention and control
Pharmacology
Intramuscular injection
Legislation and information management
Professional practice and medico-legal considerations
Hazardous materials incidents
Major emergency management
Civil disorder
Wellbeing of the EMT
Patient safety and quality assurance
Continuum of pre-hospital emergency care
Continuous professional competence

Course Fees

€2,000 inclusive of:

All course manuals and materials
Copy of PHECC Clinical Practice Guidelines
Uniform trousers and polo shirt
EMT kit including pouch, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, shears, pupil torch and pen

A €500 booking deposit is required to secure a provisional place. The deposit becomes non-refundable and non-transferable within four weeks of the course start date.

Full payment is required no later than two weeks prior to course commencement unless a written payment plan agreement has been approved.

The PHECC examination fee of €100 is payable directly to PHECC and is not included in the course fee.

Course Details

Course Structure

Classroom Learning
120 hours of theory and practical instruction, delivered full-time or part-time.

Clinical Placement
40 hours of supervised placement on Medicore’s ambulance fleet.

Examinations
Two days of PHECC examinations consisting of:

Multiple Choice Question examination
Objective Structured Clinical Examination

Certification

Upon successful completion of the PHECC examinations, candidates may apply for registration on the PHECC practitioner register and apply for a practitioner licence.

Registration enables graduates to practise as Emergency Medical Technicians within Ireland in accordance with PHECC standards.

Assessment

Final assessment is conducted by PHECC and consists of:

A Multiple Choice Question examination assessing theoretical knowledge
An Objective Structured Clinical Examination assessing practical competence

Candidates must pass both components to qualify.

Group Size

Max 12 Candidates

Who It's For

Those progressing from Emergency First Responder level, individuals seeking employment with the National Ambulance Service as an Intermediate Care Operative, candidates preparing for further progression to Paramedic level, and those pursuing a career in pre-hospital emergency care

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Course Details

Who’s It For

The EMT course is suitable for individuals from a wide range of professional and educational backgrounds, including:

Those progressing from Emergency First Responder level
Individuals seeking employment with the National Ambulance Service as an Intermediate Care Operative
Candidates preparing for further progression to Paramedic level
Those pursuing a career in pre-hospital emergency care

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years
Successful completion of Garda Vetting prior to clinical placement
Sufficient English language proficiency to engage with theory and assessment

Garda Vetting is initiated at the start of the programme. Delays in clearance may result in delayed clinical placement allocation.

Method of delivery

The course is delivered through a combination of:

Classroom-based theory lectures
Practical skills training
Scenario-based learning
Continuous formative assessment

Training includes Cardiac First Response Advanced and Patient Moving and Handling certification.

Why choose Medicore?

Comprehensive Curriculum: Our FAR course is based on the latest PHECC training standards, providing a robust foundation in all aspects of first aid.
Focused on Practical Skills: Our first aid courses focus on real-world applications, equipping you with essential emergency first aid skills.
No prerequisites required, suitable for anyone looking to learn first aid techniques, including teachers, coaches, and parents.

Why choose Medicore?

Medicore courses are classroom based and can be run in our training premises or onsite if space allows.

With a focus on real-world application and professional standards, we prepare you to confidently respond to emergencies wherever you are.

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