EMR Program Disclosures
EMR
Program Disclosures
(this document contains important program information)
EMR Course
Program Information:
The Emergency Medical Responder Course includes 64 hours of classroom and lab instruction. The course is offered in the fall/spring months Upon successful completion of this course the student is eligible to sit for the National Registry and State Certification Examination at the EMR level. Those who complete the course are prepared to work as an entry-level EMR for ambulance services and fire departments statewide. This course is an entry level course that serves as a stepping stone to other Emergency Service certifications and licensure.
Entrance Requirements:
- Candidates must apply for acceptance into the program prior to enrollment.
- All applicants must be 16 years or older to apply.
- Applicants must complete an online application and submit it prior to the end of the application deadline.
Background Check:
EMR students are not required to submit a background check because the EMR class does not include clinical shifts. However, it is important for EMR candidates to understand that a criminal history may preclude them from receiving a certification at the state or national level. Therefore, it is highly recommended that EMR candidates review their criminal history and visit with the Health Programs Coordinator at Gordon Cooper if they have any questions prior to applying to the program.
Immunizations:
EMR students are not required to provide an immunization history because this program does not attend clinical shifts. However, it is highly recommended that each candidate insure that their immunizations are up to date because many employers will require complete immunizations.
Volunteer Firefighters Grant:
A grant is available for volunteer firefighters. This grant covers the entire cost of the EMR course. To qualify for this grant you must work at a volunteer fire department and have permission from your fire chief to attend. You will need to provide a letter stating that you are a volunteer firefighter at a volunteer fire department and that the fire chief wished for you to attend the EMR course. This letter will need to be included in your application. ALL grant applications MUST be submitted two weeks prior to the start of the course in order to secure funding and obtain State grant approval.
Placement Testing:
The EMR program does not require placement testing for acceptance into the program. However, candidates with a reading level below the 10th grade level may struggle because the program requires a significant amount of reading.
Contact Information:
For additional information please contact the Health Programs Coordinator at (405) 273-7493 ext. 2236
This is an online course and most (not all) of the course work will be completed online and off campus. Therefore, you will need access to a working computer and an internet connection.
You will be REQUIRED to come on campus 3-4 times to learn and practice various mandatory skills.
Program Costs:
Tuition $299.00
Certification Testing $88.00
Book $155.00
CPR Certification $10.00
LMS Fee $17.00
Total Tuition & Fees $569.00
Total Due upon Enrollment $569.00
NOTICE: The EMR program does not qualify for financial aid.
Gordon Cooper offers a tuition agreement program (payment plan) for those who are unable to make full payment at time of enrollment. Ask one of our enrollment specialists for details.
Civil Rights Policy
Gordon Cooper Technology Center, in compliance with TitleVI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability or veteran status in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. These equal opportunity provisions include, but are not limited to admission, employment, financial aid, and student services.
Compliance officers may be contacted at the school: One John C. Bruton Blvd., Shawnee, OK 74804 or by phone at (405) 273-7493.