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Mar 17, 2026
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Workforce Development & Community Education
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Refresher Course
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EMT Refresher Course Overview
The EMT Refresher Course is designed for currently certified Emergency Medical Technicians and those with recently expired certifications who need to renew their New York State EMT credential. This course reviews essential knowledge and skills required for prehospital emergency care while incorporating updates to current protocols, patient care standards, and best practices. Participants will refresh critical competencies and prepare to meet New York State recertification requirements.
Course Description
This comprehensive EMT Refresher course provides a structured review of the core topics required for EMT recertification in New York State. The program revisits essential areas of prehospital care including patient assessment, airway management, medical and trauma emergencies, cardiac and respiratory conditions, special populations, and operational considerations. Emphasis is placed on reinforcing practical skills, reviewing current treatment guidelines, and strengthening clinical decision-making in the field.
The course is intended for currently certified EMTs as well as providers with recently expired certifications who need to complete refresher education to maintain or regain their credential. Upon completion, participants will have refreshed their knowledge base, reinforced essential patient care skills, and fulfilled the refresher education component required for EMT recertification in New York State.
EMTs are often employed by private ambulance services, municipal EMS agencies, governments, hospitals, and fire departments. Some EMTs are paid employees, while others (particularly those in rural areas) are volunteers. EMTs provide medical care under a set of protocols, which are typically written by a physician.
Agency Verification form DOH 3312 must be downloaded at: https://www.health.ny.gov/forms/doh-3312.pdf This form must be submitted on the first day of class.
- All Students requiring a CPR card must pay a $30.00 fee for certification card (due on first day of class)
- All tuition payments are due at registration
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Requisites
Pre-requisites: - Students must have an email address, internet access, current web browser and a device capable of using Adobe
Flash Players and JavaScript. - Students must have their own B/P cuff, stethoscope, notepads and writing tools (pens and pencils).
Co-requisites: FEMA ICS 100 and ICS 700, HazMat Awareness and Narcan (Reversing Opioid Overdoes) must be turned into the instructor as per the due dates or the student will not be allowed to take the state exams. Note: All students MUST attend the first day of class. No exceptions, no accommodations! This class has on-line components in addition to in person classes. Spring Course Offerings
Location: Hybrid (in person | online)
Dates: March 29th, April 12th, 19th, 26th, May 17th, June 14th (Sundays)
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Catalogue #: CE-HCARE 2058
Class #: 37673
Cost: $ 400.00 (plus $10.50 registration fee)CE-HCARE 2058 How to Register
Register over the phone using MC, Visa or Discover. Call 914-606-6830. You will need the Class # when speaking with a representative. Office hours for registration are Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (in summer, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon)
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (in summer, closed some Saturdays) |
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