EMT BASIC
Our Basic Emergency Medical Technician Course is an in-depth exploration of basic life support.
Students learn about acute illnesses, medical emergencies, traumatic emergencies, childbirth, rescue extrication, ambulance operations, splinting techniques, communication and documentation, medical-legal implications, AED/CPR, as well as basic medications and their effects
This course combines both classroom lectures with slides and videos along with hands-on lab days where new skills are practiced and performed.
The course involves approximately 120 hours of classroom participation where attendance is mandatory. The curriculum meets or exceeds current National EMS Guidelines and has Massachusetts OEMS approval.
** This is a computer-based course and access to a computer outside of the classroom is required. **
Massachusetts Maritime Academy – Hybrid EMT Program
March 5, 2026 – May 21, 2026
This program consists of weekly off-campus chapter assignments with weekly on-campus skill sessions.
On-campus classes will meet Thursday evenings 6:00pm-10:00pm.
Location: Massachusetts Maritime Academy
101 Academy Drive
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
Harrington Hall – Room #102
Tuition: MMA Students: $1,500.00 / Non-MMA Students: $1,800.00
Textbook and on-line learning system included in tuition
To register click on the “Register Now” link
Class size is limited
