Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are trained to recognize, assess, and manage emergencies of acutely ill or severely injured patients. They are often the first responders to a medical or traumatic emergency, providing patient care and transporting the sick or injured to appropriate medical facilities.

EMTs are in great demand. There are many positions available as volunteers and paid members of firehalls, and in Ambulance Services. If you are interested in becoming an EMT, there is often funding available to assist you. In addition to the original certification, students can obtain the necessary education to renew their certification with us.

Payment for Participants Affiliated with Firehalls or Other Qualified EMS Agencies

Participants Affiliated with Firehalls or Other Qualified EMS Agencies are often eligible for NY State DOH tuition reimbursement. SUNY Niagara will temporarily waive the amount of funds expected from NY State DOH; however, students should be aware that this cost obligation remains if they fail to meet the qualifications for this reimbursement.

Specifically, participants should be aware that this waiver requires they complete and pass the class; pass the skills exam provided through SUNY Niagara; and pass the first available certification exam from NY State after the class concludes.

Should a student not complete the course, not pass the course, not pass required exams, or otherwise find themselves ineligible for reimbursement, they will incur the full charges for the course based on Workforce Development’s refund policy.

EMT Original

Dates: May 22, 2025 – Aug. 7, 2025, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6pm-10pm, 4 Saturdays 8am-4:30pm
State Exam: August 7, 2025 (To be scheduled on your own @ NYS approved testing site)
Location: SUNY Niagara, 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, Room G216 – 25% Hybrid
Cost: $1,075

EMT Refresher

Dates: May 22, 2025 – Aug. 7, 2025

Refresher students are given an exam the first week of classes which will determine the actual dates you need to attend during this session.

State Exam: August 7, 2025 (To be scheduled on your own @ NYS approved testing site)
Location: SUNY Niagara, 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, Room G216 – 25% Hybrid
Cost: $525

SUNY Niagara reserves the right to cancel classes based on enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances.

Please Note

Students are responsible for all textbooks and specialty certification costs including, but not limited to, CPR, PALS, ACLS, and ITLS/PHTLS as applicable. Courses are subject to cancellation.

Class size is limited. Applicants must meet and pass/satisfy all entrance requirements.

Schedule pending NYS DOH Approval

This class is 25% Hybrid

Funding may be available – please visit the website for more information

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