The Pryor High School Innovation Center is providing a significant opportunity for its senior students with the introduction of EMT I and EMT II courses at the Innovation Center. These programs aim to equip students with essential skills for careers in emergency medical services and other healthcare fields, all while offering substantial cost savings.
The courses, designed to blend online learning with practical, hands-on experience, will be held at the Innovation Center. Students will engage with online course materials at their own pace, and then participate in in-person training sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays
A key benefit of these programs is the significant financial advantage they offer. Students can save an estimated $1,500 compared to the cost of external EMT programs.
Course Details:
EMT I: Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals (H2410A)
This introductory course lays the groundwork for various medical careers, including nursing, firefighting, and emergency response.
Students will learn fundamental life support techniques and gain a foundational understanding of medical principles.
This course is open to all 12th-grade students, with no prerequisites.
EMT II: Nationally Certified EMT Program (H2410B)
This advanced course prepares students for careers as EMTs, paramedics, and other emergency medical professionals.
Students will learn to use advanced diagnostic equipment and perform critical patient assessments.
Successful completion of this course makes students eligible to pursue national EMT certification.
"These courses are a fantastic opportunity for our students," said Innovation Center Director David Day. "We're not only providing them with valuable skills and career pathways, but we're also making those pathways more accessible. The availability of these courses addresses the growing demand for qualified emergency medical personnel. By offering these programs within the school curriculum, Pryor High School is contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals in the community.”
Students interested in learning more about the EMT I and EMT II courses are encouraged to contact the Pryor High School Innovation Center.