El Centro College Continuing/Workforce Education EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

El Centro College Continuing/Workforce Education EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN STUDENT CHECKLIST Name Date: Email Phone: I am submitting a complete application packet for the next available class. I used the checklist to double check my packet and have signed all necessary forms. Submit in a 9 x 12 envelope. Reminder: CLEAR COPIES of documentation only. Do not submit original documents. EMT Application Student Responsibility Form Reading Comprehension and Math Skills Requirements High School Diploma or GED (No exceptions) A valid non-expired U.S or State Govt. issued Identification A valid non-expired American Heart Association CPR BLS for Health Care Provider Card Proof of Personal Health Insurance Please circle one (Copy of front and back of insurance card or will purchase for clinical approval and submit at a later date). TB Skin Test (within the past 6 months) FLU Shot (Current Flu strains to coincide with the Practicum/Clinical) Immunization Signature Form or Separate Documents for required Immunizations For Office Use Only: Reviewed by: Date: Comments: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 1 OCTOBER 21, 2015

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GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION Description of the program: The Emergency Medicine Education Program offers instruction to students in two levels of courses, emergency medical services positions in the pre-hospital environment. The EMT course includes instruction in basic life support, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automatic external defibrillation, physical assessment, bandaging and splinting, traction splinting, spinal immobilization, airway management, oxygen therapy, pneumatic anti-shock trousers, and other noninvasive procedures. What do Emergency Medical Technicians do? Respond to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured, and transports the patient to a medical facility. Is there an age requirement? Yes. Minimum age of 18 by course completion date What classes do I have to take? EMSP 1001 Basic Emergency Medical (165-hour course) EMSP 1060 EMT Clinical (64-hour course) EMSP1019 - BLS for HCP CPR (for students who do not have an AHA CPR card) EMT classes consist of 22 days of classroom (Monday Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) Followed by hospital/ambulance rotations and NREMT skills tests (this class doesn t offer semester hour credit) Hospital and ambulance rotations consist of (1) 24- hour shift on a Mobile Intense Care Unit (MICU) and (3) 8- hour shifts at local hospitals. When is it offered/when does it start? See schedule for dates and times. Schedule may be viewed online at: http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/program/ce/schedule/ How much does it cost? (Cost varies depending on what you are missing with immunizations) Registration - $1200 BLS CPR Course -$60 Dallas Fire and Rescue EMS, Ride Along- $50 Fingerprinting - $50 (approx.) State Exam - $70 (payable to Texas Department of State Health Services) NREMT exam - $70 (payable to National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) TB test - Chest X-ray (if skin test is positive) Immunizations - $0-$316 (may vary by clinic and vaccinations needed) Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 doses) Combination tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (TDaP), Varicella (2 doses) Influenza, Hepatitis B series (3 injections/ TwinRix) Liability insurance Fall $11.70 / Spring $8 / Summer $5 Criminal Background Check - $45 Drug Screening - $39 Textbook 130.00 (estimated cost) Clinical/Skills booklet - $20.00 Lab Pack from Coursey for Skills labs- $133.00 Uniform Shirt - $25 (available at El Centro s bookstore) Accuplacer first time is free, re-test $10.00 per section FISDAP (an electronic clinical/internship scheduler)-$30.00 Will Financial Aid pay for my courses? Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) pays for tuition only (if you qualify and are approved). Eligibility is based on financial need. You must complete the FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov and TPEG application. Visit financial aid website for more information or contact phone call center at 972-587-2599 or El Centro s Financial Aid Office in A034 (214-860-2137). http://www.dcccd.edu/pc/fa/types/pages/face.aspx Financial aid will not pay for books, supplies and vendor fees. El Centro s Federal School Code 004453 You will need a valid email address in order to accept your award through econnect. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 3 OCTOBER 21, 2015

Am I certified when I finish the course? No. You will need to take the NREMT exam upon completing the course. NREMT exam can be scheduled at the testing center following the last day of class. As of January 1, 2007, NREMT changed to Computer Adaptive Testing. The fee is $70.00. Payment may not be necessary until closer to the end of class. The application procedure will be discussed with enrolled students. Where are the classes held? Bill J. Priest Institute on 1402 Corinth Street Dallas, TX Clinical: various clinical site and times vary from semester to semester. Students are responsible for their own transportation arrangements to campus, and to their assigned health care facilities for clinical experience. *Subject to change at the discretion of the El Centro College, Continuing/Workforce Education division. Where do I get information from? Information Sessions The health packet outlines application procedures and acceptance policies. Information sessions will be held for Questions and Answers. Please bring this information packet with you to the information session and be sure to read through the packet. Information sessions begin promptly; allow extra time for parking and locating the assigned room. No children allowed. Plan to stay for an hour and a half. No late entries will be allowed. A map of the El Centro College campus and parking suggestions are available online at: http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/program/ce/healthfaq.php Where can I get my immunizations from? The following clinics may have low cost vaccines available. These are suggested clinics you may call to inquire about immunizations. Feel free to contact your doctor and/or search for other low cost immunizations in your community. El Centro College Health Clinic 801 Main Street, A270 Dallas, TX 75202 Monday Thursday 8:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday CLOSED Phone: (214) 860-2113 http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/students/health-center-general-info Dallas County Health & Human Services 2377 N. Stemmons Fwy. Dallas, TX 75207 Phone: (214) 819-2000 Los Barrios Unidos Community Clinic 809 Singleton Blvd Dallas, TX 75212 Phone: (214) 651-8739 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 4 OCTOBER 21, 2015

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Dallas, TX 75215 Phone: (214) 426-3645 City of Mesquite Health Clinic 1616 N. Galloway Ave Mesquite, TX 75149 Phone: 972-329-8326. http://www.cityofmesquite.com/community_services/ Mission East Dallas 9706 La Prada Drive Dallas, TX 75228 Phone: (214)-393-6700 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 5 OCTOBER 21, 2015

Application Packet Requirements This information packet contains specific application guidelines and requirements. By submitting an application packet, an individual verifies that they have (1) read the packet thoroughly, (2) obtained all necessary documents, and (3) understand the policies and procedures for application and acceptance to EMT. Application packets with incomplete materials will be disqualified. The EMT application materials must be submitted in a 9 X 12 inch envelope and includes the following documentation to be considered. What do I need to submit for application consideration? 1. EMT Application 2. ALL students to the EMT and Paramedic Certificate Program MUST achieve specialized admissions requirements including minimum assessment scores in reading comprehension and math skills. Although students entering the paramedic course are TSI exempt, they must demonstrate reading and math ability. This can be demonstrated by any of the following: 1. A Bachelor s degree awarded from an accredited college 2. An Associate s degree awarded from an accredited college 3. Successful completion of an English 1301 course and MATH 1300 level course with a minimum grade of C 4. 3 years of documented active duty in the US armed forces or Texas National Guard with retirement of honorable discharge 5. Scoring at or above the minimum on the following tests: NOTE: Students may present any combination from the reading and math test columns below to fulfill the assessment testing requirement for application to the EMT and Paramedic Certificate Program. Minimum acceptable scores for each test are indicated. SAT, ACT, TAKS and STARR scores have a 5 year expiration date from the date of testing. The TLI expires 3 years after testing date and all other tests are only good for 2 years. 3. High school diploma or GED (a college transcript will not be accepted) 4. Identification A Valid (non-expired) U.S. or state government-issued photo I.D. (i.e. passport, driver s license, state identification card) 5. CPR Certification American Heart Association BLS CPR for Health Care Provider card. 6. Immunizations TB screening and proof of immunity from Measles, Mumps, Rubella. Combination tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (TDaP), Varicella/Chickenpox, and Hepatitis B (all 3 shots of the 3-shot series). Detailed information on immunizations is included in this packet. 7. Personal Health Insurance (can be submitted at a later date, must be submitted prior to clinical approval) EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 6 OCTOBER 21, 2015

8. Student Check List 9. Submit a complete packet to El Centro College, Continuing Education, A260, 801 Main Street, Dallas Texas 75202. Mail or deliver complete application packet. Applications by FAX or EMAIL will not be accepted. Students are advised to retain a photocopy of all materials submitted. Students are approved on a first-come, first-served basis with complete packets. How do I know if my application packet was approved? You will receive an email informing you on your approval and registration instructions and deadline EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 7 OCTOBER 21, 2015

Registration Approval If you are approved for registration, a valid email address is required. Once you have received registration approval, you will be responsible for the following items: TUITION - Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration. LIABILITY INSURANCE Fall - $11.70 Spring - $8.00 Summer - $5.00 Liability insurance will appear as a separate fee on the fee receipt that you will receive when you register. No refunds are given for liability insurance. I.D. BADGE Free Once you have a paid fee receipt from the Cashiers Office indicating payment has been made for your classes, you can obtain an El Centro College I.D. Badge from the Office of Student Life on the 2 nd floor of the B Building in room B270. Hours are: Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-6:00 pm Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm The I.D. Badge is to be worn at all times on campus and at the clinical training site. TEXTBOOK Information available through efollet bookstore. I understand in order to be approved for clinical, I must pass the lecture class with a grade of C or better and provide the following information: PERSONAL HEALTH INSURANCE In order to meet clinical site requirements, you must provide proof of personal health insurance. If you do not currently have personal health insurance, please visit the link below for available insurance programs. This requirement is not met by the purchase of Liability Insurance. https://www1.dcccd.edu/catalog/ss/sd/insurance.cfm CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK - $45 Do not submit any information or payment to Group One until you have been given a directive to do so by your instructor. Be prepared to complete and purchase the first week of class. DRUG SCREENING- $39 Drug Screenings are required for all students entering into the EMT Clinical. Urinalysis specimens will be collected by a representative of SurScan on-campus. SurScan representatives will accept cash and money orders (No personal checks). Drug screenings from other sources are not accepted. Your instructor will notify you of date and time. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 8 OCTOBER 21, 2015

I NEED MORE INFORMATION ON IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS Immunizations for CE Health Careers Students In order to comply with the Texas Administrative Code (Title 25 Health Services, Rules 97.61-97.72) regarding immunization records for students enrolled in health-related courses, the following guidelines are now in force for students in El Centro College Continuing Education Health Careers courses and programs. Health Careers students must present the following documentation with their application: I. Immunization Record Form An immunization record form is included with this information sheet. The completed form verified by a physician or nurse practitioner will document dates of all required immunizations and/or date of a positive titer result for each. NOTE: If immunization records have been recorded on separate documentation such as a hospital printout, health department card, office call invoice, etc., a clear photocopy of that documentation may be attached to the Physical Examination and Immunization Record form. Meningitis shot is not required if you are 22 years or older. A. Tuberculosis Screening An intradermal PPD (Mantoux) skin test is required for all applicants. The PPD must be current within (6) months of the applicant s anticipated entry into a Health Careers course. If the PPD indicates a positive reaction, documentation must indicate the induration of the test site and the applicant must also obtain a chest X-ray verifying the absence of active disease. The chest X-ray must be current within one (1) year of program entry. The chest X-ray will then be valid for two (2) years while the student is enrolled. Individuals who have received the BCG injection or who have a history of tuberculosis or a positive PPD result should obtain a chest X-ray rather than the PPD. B. Immunizations An applicant must have completed the following immunizations according to the indicated guidelines and schedules. Documentation of a titer (blood test) with specific lab values verifying immunity or seropositivity is also accepted for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Hepatitis B. 1. Measles Two (2) doses of measles ( rubeolla ) vaccine is required either in a separate injection or in combination with mumps and rubella ( MMR ). Both measles immunizations must have been received after January 1, 1968. Individuals who were born prior to 01/01/1957 are exempt from the measles immunization requirements. 2. Mumps One (1) dose of mumps vaccine is required either in a separate injection or in combination with measles and rubella ( MMR ). Individuals who were born prior to 01/01/1957 are exempt from the mumps immunization requirement. 3. Rubella One (1) dose of rubella vaccine is required either in a separate injection or in combination with measles and mumps ( MMR ). There is no exemption from the rubella immunization requirement for individuals who were born prior to 01/01/1957. 4. Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis ( TDaP ) One (1) dose of TDaP is required within the past ten (10) years. The documentation must clearly indicate that a TDaP was received. NOTE: a standard Tetanus or Tetanus/Diphtheria (Td) is not accepted. 5. Varicella (chickenpox) Two (2) doses of varicella vaccine are required or documentation of a positive titer (blood test) with lab values report. NOTE: A statement from a physician or parent indicating the student s previous varicella disease history is no longer accepted.. 6. Influenza One dose of a flu vaccine is required within twelve (12) months of anticipated entry to health program with current flu strains. 7. Hepatitis B series Three (3) doses of Hepatitis B vaccine are required per the timetable Initial dose 2 nd dose one month after the initial dose 3 rd dose five months after the second dose OR Twin RIX series If an applicant fails to adhere to the above schedule, the series may have to be repeated. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 9 OCTOBER 21, 2015

II. Exceptions Exceptions from meeting certain immunizations requirements are allowed for such circumstances as medical conditions, religious beliefs, etc. Applicants must present documentation as indicated below. Requests for exceptions are reviewed on an individual basis. A. Medical Exceptions The applicant must present a statement signed by their physician with personal knowledge of the applicant s medical history. The statement must indicate in detail that a specific vaccine poses a significant health risk to the individual. If the statement requests exemption from the Hepatitis B series, the applicant must also complete a separate waiver form to accompany the physician s statement. Unless the statement specifies that a lifelong condition exists, the exemption is valid for one year only from the date of the signed statement. The signed statement must be submitted with an applicant s Physical Examination and Immunization Record form. B. Exceptions Based on Religious Belief/Reasons of Conscience The applicant must obtain an Exclusion Affidavit from the Texas Department of Health by submitting a written request and including the applicant s full name and date of birth. The written request must be mailed to the following agency: Texas Department of Health Bureau of Immunization and Pharmacy Support 1100 West 49 th Street Austin Texas 78756 The affidavit form will be mailed to the applicant who must complete and sign the form which must include the basis for the exception. The affidavit will be valid for a two-year period. The signed affidavit must be submitted with the applicant s Physical Examination and Immunization Record form. NOTE: These exemptions may not be recognized by all hospital affiliates at which health students are assigned for their clinical experiences. A student may be required to receive all screenings and immunizations for a health care facility. III. El Centro College Health Center Services The El Centro College Health Center does not offer physical examinations, or chest X-rays; however they can provide a list of physicians and clinics which offers physical examination at a reasonable cost. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 10 OCTOBER 21, 2015

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION DO NOT START GROUP ONE'S BACKGROUND CHECK PROCESS UNTIL YOU ARE GIVEN A DIRECTIVE BY YOUR INSTRUCTOR TO DO SO Background checks are required for all students entering into a health careers program with a clinical component involving patients. Background checks from other sources are not accepted. The results of the background check are only released to the program coordinator. The results of the background check will not be released to students. Background check requests are now processed online. You must have access to a printer when you input your information in order to print a confirmation page as your receipt. The cost of the background check is $45.00. Payment is made via credit card or money order. Instructions for either payment method are found below. Information you will need to have at hand before you begin this process: Valid MasterCard or Visa credit card (no other credit cards or debit cards are accepted) FULL legal name (First, Middle, Last) Maiden names and/or former names Date of birth Home phone number Social Security Number Current address (complete address; not necessarily what is printed on your driver s license) Zip codes where you have lived during the past seven (7) years (There is a U.S. Postal Service zip code lookup link on GroupOne s homepage below to help you with this.) http://www.gp1.com/student-screening/ PROCEDURE IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD Go to the following website: www.gp1.com/students and make the following sequenced menu selections: 1. Read the information on the main page, scroll down and click on the arrow by Continue. 2. On the pull-down menus, select the following: i. Texas ii. El Centro College iii. On the Discipline pull-down menu, select your health careers program, course, or course sequence. 3. Click on Add then click Continue (click on the arrow). 4. The next page will indicate the charges for the background check. To accept the charges and continue to the payment procedure, click Continue. To exit the menu without paying, click Back. 5. Read the agreement information and make your selection at the bottom to agree or not agree to the terms. To continue, type your full name where indicated and Continue. 6. On the next page, fill out the information completely in the format indicated and Continue. 7. Fill out the next page (additional names/addresses) if applicable and Continue. 8. Verify that the information is correct (go Back to correct as necessary) and Continue. 9. On the next page, fill in your credit card information. (Ignore the Payment Code field.) 10. Sign your name electronically and after the credit card payment is confirmed, you will be prompted to print the page as your receipt. PROCEDURE IF PAYING BY MONEY ORDER Obtain a Money Order payable to GroupOne Services for $45.00. On a sheet of paper, provide the following information: FULL Legal Name (First, Middle, Last) Your Email address Telephone Number El Centro College Continuing Education A260 Program of Study (CNA, Phlebotomy, EMT, etc.) EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 11 OCTOBER 21, 2015

Mail the Money Order and the above information to the address below (You may also deliver the Money Order and information sheet to GroupOne offices in person): Groupone Services, 250 Decker Dr., Irving, TX 75062 Within 2-4 business days after money order payment has been processed, you will receive an email from GroupOne with a payment code to use when you enter your data on-line. Follow the instructions below to proceed. GROUP ONE SERVICES 250 Decker Dr. Irving, TX 75062 Telephone: 972-719-4208 FAX: 469-648-5088 All background check and drug screening results become the property of the Health/Legal Studies/Continuing/Workforce Division and will not be released to the student or any other third party. EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 12 OCTOBER 21, 2015

Application Form Applicants to Continuing Education health courses are responsible for retaining a photocopy of all documentation submitted for their personal records. Once this documentation has been submitted to Continuing Education the documentation becomes the sole property of Continuing Education and will not be returned nor photocopied for the applicant, instructors or any other party. Continuing Education Emergency Medical Technician DCCCD STUDENT ID NO. / / DATE NAME BIRTHDATE Last First Middle I Month/Day/Year ADDRESS Street City and State ZIP TELEPHONE ( ) ( ) Home Business/Mobile EMAIL HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE - (To be completed by the applicant) Do you have any physical limitations which would affect your ability to lift, turn, or transfer patients? Do you have any limitations in the use of your senses, such as sight, speech or hearing, which would limit your ability to practice a health profession? Do you have any other condition which might interfere with your ability to practice a health profession? Yes No Yes No Yes No If you have answered "yes" to any of the above, please attach an explanation of your limitations. I certify that the information provided by me is complete and accurate. I give Continuing/Workforce Education permission to submit my personal information, this includes criminal background and drug screening results and immunization and TB documentation, to any of the facilities in which I will be doing clinical practicum while I am a student at El Centro College. Applicant s Signature Date EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 13 OCTOBER 21, 2015

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IMMUNIZATION FORM Two ways to submit immunizations: (1) Use this form, each line requires a doctor s signature or verification from your health center and date of immunization or dates of lab results indicating positive titer (seropositivity) required. You must include the lab results. (2) Or immunization records recorded on a separate document such as a hospital printout/health department card. 1. Measles 2 doses since 01/01/68 or positive Titer; Exempt if born on or before 01/01/1957 2. Mumps 1 dose if born on or after 01/01/57; or positive Titer ; Exempt if born on or before 01/01/1957 3. Rubella 1 dose or positive Titer 4. Tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis (TDaP) 1 dose within past 10 yrs. 5. Varicella (chickenpox) - 2 doses or positive Titer #1 #2 #1 #2 Date of Immunization If Seropositive, Date of Positive Titer (Attach Lab Results) DOES NOT APPLY Doctor s Signature or Health Center Signature valid only if injection was given 6. Hepatitis B series 1 st initial dose #1 2 nd dose after 1 month #2 *3 rd dose after 5 months Or, Twin RIX series Or Positive Titer #3 7. Influenza- 1 dose within past DOES NOT APPLY 12 months TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING Documentation requires a physician's signature or verification from a Health Center. Intradermal PPD (Mantoux) - within six (6) months unless previously positive Date Results Physician's Signature Chest X-ray - within two (2) year if PPD positive (Must also include positive PPD verification above.) Date Results Physician's Signature EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN 15 OCTOBER 21, 2015

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Statement of Student s Responsibility Review and initial each section as verification that you have read and understand this information: I acknowledge that this information packet contains policies, regulations, and procedures in existence at the time this publication went to press. I also acknowledge that the District Colleges including El Centro College reserve the right to make changes at any time to reflect current Board policies, administrative regulations and procedures, and applicable State and Federal regulations. Furthermore, I understand that this packet is for information purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, between any applicant, student or faculty member and the Dallas County Community College District. I accept full responsibility for submitting a complete application packet and understand incomplete materials including missing or incomplete forms, immunizations records, and CPR certification will disqualify my application. I also accept the responsibility of informing Continuing Education Office of any change in my status, address, telephone number, or other information that would affect my application status. I understand that if accepted to Continuing/Workforce Education health program, all forms, immunization records, etc. submitted with my packet becomes the property of Continuing/Workforce Education and will not be returned nor photocopied for me. Therefore, I am responsible for keeping my own photocopies of these documents before I submit them with program application packet materials. I also authorize the release of these records to any of my clinical sites which may require them. I acknowledge that if admitted to EMT, I may be assigned to clinical rotations at area healthcare facilities which may require additional proof of immunity or additional inoculations/immunizations. I also acknowledge that I am required to have health care coverage through the duration of my courses. I acknowledge that a criminal background check and mandatory drug screening are required before I am allowed to attend clinical. I understand that the results of these screenings become the property of Continuing/Workforce Education and will not be released to me or any other third party. I also understand that the outcome of these screenings may results in my dismissal from El Centro College, Continuing/Workforce Education, and EMT. I acknowledge that I must comply with class and clinical requirements, if I am absent from clinical for physical or mental illness, surgery or pregnancy reasons, I must present a written release from a physician before being allowed to return to the clinical setting. Applicant s Signature Date Educational opportunities are offered by the Dallas County Community College District without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation. Medical Emergency Technician 17 September 17, 2015

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. What is the difference between EMT and Paramedic Certification? Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification precedes Paramedic certification. You must be a certified EMT in order to become a Paramedic. Paramedic education involves advanced life support training: IV initiation, endotracheal intubation, and ECG interpretation. 2. Do you offer part-time or evening EMT or Paramedic courses? No, we do not offer evening EMT or Paramedic. Our program is full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 3. How long is the EMT program? EMT certification program lasts approximately 6 ½ weeks. Full-time Paramedic Certification course lasts approximately 6 ½ months. 4. Are there any information sessions? Yes. Information sessions will be held for Questions and Answers. Please bring this information packet with you to the information session and be sure to read through the packet. Information sessions begin promptly; allow extra time for parking and locating the assigned room. No children allowed. Plan to stay for an hour and a half. No late entries will be allowed. A map of the El Centro College campus and parking suggestions are available online: http://www.elcentrocollege.edu/campus_info/location.php 5. What is considered acceptable vaccination records? Documents submitted from any private clinic, Dallas County Health Clinic or Hospital. All records must include a date of vaccine and doses for Hep B series. Your vaccination documentation must include a physician/nurse/p.a signature or official stamp for verification. EMT students can submit an official high school transcript that may include most vaccination verification on back of transcript. 6. Where can I obtain my shot records? Dallas County Health & Human Services if you lived in Dallas and were immunized in Dallas County, http://www.dallascounty.org/department/hhs/immunizations.html 7. Do I still need the varicella vaccine if I had chickenpox as a child? Yes, a statement from a physician or parent indicating previous varicella disease history is no longer accepted. 8. I have a CPR card but it is not with American Heart Association, will this be accepted? No, you must have a healthcare provider card by American Heart Association. 9. Do I have to have my CPR card before entering EMT class? Yes, you will need to provide a copy at the time that you are applying for the program. 10. What if I do not have personal health insurance? Students must provide proof of personal health insurance. If you do not currently have personal health insurance, please visit https://www1.dcccd.edu/cat0809/ss/sd/insurance.cfm for available programs. 11. What is the difference between the liability insurance and personal health insurance? Liability insurance protects the company or individual from 3 rd party claims or great loss if confirmed responsible for damage or injuries, personal health insurance provides health coverage to the student during clinical experience. 12. When do I complete the criminal background check? If approved for registration, you instructor will let you know when to complete the criminal background check, be prepared to complete and pay for screening upon instructor s request. Medical Emergency Technician 19 September 17, 2015

13. Why are background checks required and can I turn one in from my work? Background checks are required for all students entering into a health careers program with a clinical component involving patients. Background checks from other sources are not accepted. 14. What if I have an offense on my background record? You will not qualify for clinical if you have a felony offense. 15. How do I obtain information on financial aid or scholarships? Federal funds cannot be applied to our EMS program. Please contact the El Centro College Financial Aid Office at (214) 860-2097 to inquire about other possible scholarships and financial aid information. Contact the VA Coordinator for any questions about utilizing your GI Bill for the program at (214) 860-2100 16. How do I obtain information on career placement services and/or salary surveys? Career planning and placement is available through El Centro College, Career Office at (214) 860-2415 17. What is Ride Along? This ride along is required to complete internship at the Dallas Fire Rescue Mobile Intensive Care Units. The charge is $50 per day and the Certification Program requires (1) 24- hour internship shift. Additional shifts will be necessary if there are not 5 patients and 3 transports during the 24 hours you are on shift. The additional shifts will cost extra. (Effective Spring 2015) 18. Are uniforms required for the program? Yes. A uniform is required as part of the EMT course. Navy blue or black pants are required (purchased on your own). It is required that you purchase an approved uniform shirt with the school logo from the ECC bookstore. An order form for the shirt will be distributed the first day of class providing information needed to purchase the suggested shirt. The estimated cost of the shirt is $25.00. 19. Is there a fee to register as an EMT in Texas? Yes. A fee is required to register as an EMT in Texas. The fee is $64.00 for EMT and the check should be made out to Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS). Effective January 1, 2010, all initial EMS applicants not currently certified by the department at any EMS level, are required to submit their fignerpritns through the Fingerprint Aplicant Services of Texas (FAST) for Texas and FBI criminal history. Please refer to the following link for detailed information: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/emstraumassystems/certinfo.shtm. Prospective students will be required to indicate if they have any previous criminal activity on their records when submitting a TDSHS application. All instances must be reported regardless of the state in which the offense occurred and/or time period since the incident. All convictions, arrests, and deferred adjudications higher than a Class C misdemeanor (Class A, B and felonies) must be reported. It is imperative that applicants begin gathering information and documentation regarding the arrest and/or offense before class, as TDSHS may request copies which can cause a delay in your certification. Medical Emergency Technician 20 September 17, 2015