Emergency Medical Technician

/Emergency%20Medical%20Technician%20Program%20Image

Welcome to Opportunities in Emergency Medical Tech

When crisis hits, EMTs find themselves at the center of the action, drawing on their intensive training to make quick decisions and save lives. In essence, they’re the first of the first responders.

Saddleback's EMT program covers fundamental skills in emergency care, including stabilization and transport, prehospital emergency care, patient assessment, and more. Program graduates go on to high-energy careers as Emergency Medical Technicians, working for government agencies and private companies.

Potential Salaries

$29,190 - $118,500

Per Year

Explore Transfer

Visit the Transfer Center Website

to discover your options.

Potential Careers

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Ambulance Attendant

Police / Fire / Ambulance Dispatcher

Physician Assistant

Hiring Companies

St. Joseph Hospital of Orange

Liberty Ambulance

RestorixHealth

Many More!

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Are Emergency Medical Technician grads really in demand?

Yes! Opportunities are emerging for EMT professionals. Here are a few of the many careers and their average salaries.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - $32,050

Ambulance Driver / Attendant - $29,190

Police / Fire / Ambulance Dispatcher - $65,120

Emergency Management Director (w/further education) - $115,610

Physician Assistant (w/ further education) - $118,500

What degrees and/or certificates are offered at Saddleback?

Saddleback College offers one occupational skills award in this in-demand field.

For more information about this program, you can also visit the main Saddleback website’s Emergency Medical Technician page.

Emergency Medical Technician (Occupational Skills Award)

Which regional employers are hiring?

West Anaheim Medical Center * St. Joseph Hospital of Orange * CHOC Children’s * UCLA Health * West Anaheim Medical Center * Liberty Ambulance * OneLegacy * RestorixHealth * Ambulnz * And Many More! *

Can I contact the department or faculty?

Randy Hardick NREMT-P, M.A., Department Chair, Program Director - (949) 582-4819

Alicia Kirk, Program Specialist - (949) 582-4581

Patty Gleed, RN, BSN, MICN, Faculty - (949) 582-4385

What is the cost to complete the program and is financial aid available?

Saddleback College is proud to be Orange County’s premier provider of low-cost career education. See the 2019 Cost of Education Statement for the most recent information on cost of attendance.

For financial aid, visit the Student Financial Assistance & Scholarship Office online, for details on financial assistance sources, including grants, loans, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and more!

Do you have questions? Talk to a Counselor!

If you have questions about this program or anything else at Saddleback College, we're here to help you.

Schedule An Appointment

Testimonials

I'm career-ready because of the caliber of the auto tech instructors, who take the time to ensure that students are fully prepared. I’m already working in the field, and my employer hired me because I am in the automotive technology program at Saddleback.

“

Hayley Perrault

I chose to attend Saddleback because of the strength of its theatre technology program. I’ve learned from the best and with the help of faculty, I was hired for an internship in Los Angeles that further solidified my technical skills and enabled me to make valuable connections with professionals in the industry.

“

Jacqueline Brooks

The Horticulture and Landscape Design program is a fantastic path to truly develop technical and real-world skills that have provided me and many others with successful careers in the field.

“

Mitchell Inokuchi