Kiamichi Technology Centers

Emergency Medical Services

Experience the adrenaline rush of emergency medicine while learning lifesaving skills in high-pressure situations. This program prepares students for careers in emergency medical services by providing hands-on training in trauma assessment, patient care and critical decision-making. Students will work with advanced diagnostic equipment and collaborate with medical professionals, firefighters and law enforcement personnel to gain real-world experience.

This is a post-secondary program for Adult Learners Only. The EMT program is completed in five months, while the Paramedic program (which includes Anatomy & Physiology) takes 16 months.

What You’ll Learn

Emergency patient assessment and triage
Trauma care and life-saving interventions
Medical equipment operation and diagnostics
Communication and teamwork in high-stress environments
First responder coordination with hospitals and law enforcement

Career Opportunities

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Paramedic
911 Dispatcher
Ambulance Services
Fire Departments
Air Medical Services
Hospitals, Physicians' Offices & Clinics
Industry/Off Shore

Program Contacts

Lisa Dyer, Program Director/Lead Paramedic Instructor
DeLaun Abbott, Administrative Assistant
Kelly Higdon, Paramedic Instructor
Michael Highfill, Clinical Coordinator/EMT Instructor

Program Options

Program Information

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is an introductory survey of emergency medical services including medical legal/ethical aspects, patient assessment, care of wounds and fractures, airway maintenance, patient transportation, medical and environmental emergency, child birth and extrication. This short-term program is 256 hours. Financial aid is not avaialble.

Emergency Medical Technician (256) – Adult Learners Only

Certifications

National Registry EMT
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Oklahoma State EMT License

Program Cost

$1,476

Upcoming Classes

McAlester Campus - McAlester EMT Enrollment Packet
Poteau Campus: August 2025 - Poteau EMT Enrollment Packet
Talihina Campus: Spring 2025 - Talihina EMT Enrollment Packet

Program Information

Successful completion of the EMT is required before beginning the Paramedic portion of the program. The Paramedic Program prepares students to perform a comprehensive patient assessment and advanced emergency procedures in the pre-hospital setting. Students are trained in academic theory and a variety of technical skills, to aid in the process of autonomous decision making.

Paramedic (1,240) – Adult Learners Only

Certifications

National Registry EMT Paramedic Level
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Oklahoma State Paramedic License

Program Cost

In District: $4,035.20
Out of District: $6,535.20
Out of State: $9,035.20

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available for qualifying Paramedic students. Visit the Federal FAFSA website and use school code: 009204 to apply.
Veterans may be eligible for certain benefits to help pay for tuition. Contact one of our financial aid officers or visit the U.S. Department of Veterans affairs website for more information.

Upcoming Classes

Poteau Campus: 2025 Paramedic Application

Program Outcomes for Graduates

The following data is for the previous three years.

Retention Rates

2021: 60.0%
2022: 74.1%
2023 83.7%

NREMT/State Exam Pass Rates

2021: 95.2%
2022: 95%
2023 100%

Licensed Graduate Employment Rates

2021: 100%
2022: 100%
2023 100%

Program Information

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is an introductory survey of emergency medical services including medical legal/ethical aspects, patient assessment, care of wounds and fractures, airway maintenance, patient transportation, medical and environmental emergency, child birth and extrication. This short-term program is 256 hours. Financial aid is not avaialble.
- Emergency Medical Technician (256) – Adult Learners Only
Certifications
- National Registry EMT
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Oklahoma State EMT License
Program Cost

$1,476

Upcoming Classes
- McAlester Campus - McAlester EMT Enrollment Packet
- Poteau Campus: August 2025 - Poteau EMT Enrollment Packet
- Talihina Campus: Spring 2025 - Talihina EMT Enrollment Packet
Program Information

Successful completion of the EMT is required before beginning the Paramedic portion of the program. The Paramedic Program prepares students to perform a comprehensive patient assessment and advanced emergency procedures in the pre-hospital setting. Students are trained in academic theory and a variety of technical skills, to aid in the process of autonomous decision making.
- Paramedic (1,240) – Adult Learners Only
Certifications
- National Registry EMT Paramedic Level
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Oklahoma State Paramedic License
Program Cost
- In District: $4,035.20
- Out of District: $6,535.20
- Out of State: $9,035.20
Financial Aid
- Financial aid is available for qualifying Paramedic students. Visit the Federal FAFSA website and use school code: 009204 to apply.
- Veterans may be eligible for certain benefits to help pay for tuition. Contact one of our financial aid officers or visit the U.S. Department of Veterans affairs website for more information.
Upcoming Classes
- Poteau Campus: 2025 Paramedic Application
Program Outcomes for Graduates

The following data is for the previous three years.

Retention Rates
- 2021: 60.0%
- 2022: 74.1%
- 2023 83.7%
NREMT/State Exam Pass Rates
- 2021: 95.2%
- 2022: 95%
- 2023 100%
Licensed Graduate Employment Rates
- 2021: 100%
- 2022: 100%
- 2023 100%

Program Accreditation

The Kiamichi Tech EMS Program is approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Upon recommendation of the Committee of Accreditation of Education Programs for Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). Graduates of this state-approved program are eligible to apply and test the National Registry of EMT's (NREMT). Applicants for Oklahoma licensure must meet all state and federal requirements to hold an Oklahoma license. To contact the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, call 727-210-2350.