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Program Overview
The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Program builds on the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) curriculum. You will learn advanced patient assessment, communication skills and beginning advanced life support interventions. This program meets the educational requirements for licensure in Wisconsin. Prerequisite: Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician License and Professional level CPR certification. The Department of Health and Family Services may set other requirements.
Orientation is mandatory.
This program has a state mandated hours requirement.
The National Registry of EMT's Practical Exam is offered on site at the end of your course.
EMS student dress code is enforced at all times. Madison College EMS or Fire Program shirts are required.
Health history documentation is required. Lab results and vaccination documentation are obtained from your healthcare provider by you.
You must complete a Background Information Disclosure and Criminal History Check (CHC) prior to placement in the field. Information obtained from the CHC may affect your ability to secure a WI EMS Training Permit. Under no circumstances are students assigned to the clinical area until all requirements are satisfied.
Travel to fieldwork sites is necessary and is your responsibility.
Program Details
Students in the Advanced EMT program can attend part-time.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
- Branch Campuses
Careers
Earning your AEMT certification upon completion of this program at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as a Wisconsin Advanced Emergency Medical Technician.
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Emergency Room Technician
- Firefighter
- EKG Technician
- Paramedic
- Home Health Aide
- Medical Assistant
- Registered Nurse
- Respiratory Therapist
- Physician’s Assistant
Emergency Medical Service Jobs
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2026-2027 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
This program requires verification of WI EMT licensure and CPR certification prior to enrollment.
Get Started
- Set up your student account.
- Submit your WI EMT-B License and professional-level CPR certification via web form.
- Receive an email with permission to enroll.
- Register for your classes.
Upcoming Advanced EMT Cohorts
All Advanced EMT cohorts are offered at the Madison College Traux, Protective Services building.
Fall Cohort
September 1 - December 18, 2026
Offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 10 pm
Class numbers: 38477, 38479, 38874, 38481Next Steps After Registering
After registering for classes, you’ll attend program orientation.
At orientation, you’ll get details about your uniform, required books and other materials you’ll need to be prepared for the start of the program.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Advanced EMT program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:
- Use critical thinking skills to confidently and effectively manage emergency situations.
- Practice professional standards by demonstrating a strong work ethic, positive attitude, respect for patients, ability to work cooperatively as a health care team member, and willingness to maintain and enhance technical skills.
- Communicate clearly and professionally using verbal and nonverbal communication techniques.
- Perform accurate scene safety and patient assessments.
- Apply appropriate emergency medical and technical knowledge as required in emergency situations.
- Apply safety and infection control practices to maintain personal and professional well-being and to ensure patient safety.
- Manage emergency patient care and treatment appropriately within the scope of practice for an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic IV Technician.
- Apply legal knowledge and medical ethics to all patient care situations by documenting accurate and complete patient records and reports and maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Meet requirements for National Registry AEMT Certification exam.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2023 2024 2025 Number of Program Graduates 38 38 31 Number of Surveys Sent 31 Number of Surveys Returned 15 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 0 0 8 Percent Available for Employment 53.3% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 46.7% Available for Employment
2023 2024 2025 Graduates Employed 0 0 8 Percent of Graduates Employed 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 0 0 6 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 75.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 0 0 2 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 25.0% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% Seeking Employment 0 0 0 Percent Seeking Employment 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 0 0 3.4 Number of Satisfaction Responses 0 0 9 Very Satisfied (4) 0 0 4 Percent Very Satisfied 44.4% Satisfied (3) 0 0 5 Percent Satisfied 55.6% Unsatisfied (2) 0 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Number of Primary Reason Responses 0 0 15 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2023 2024 2025 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 0 0 8 Before Enrollment 0 0 4 Percent Before Enrollment 50.0% While Attending the College 0 0 1 Percent While Attending the College 12.5% After Training at the College 0 0 3 Percent After Training at the College 37.5% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2023 2024 2025 Number of Employment Location Responses 0 0 8 In College District 0 0 8 Percent In College District 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 0 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 0 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 0 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% Salary Trend 2023 2024 2025 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 4 Average Monthly Wage $3,999 Average Hourly Wage $23.25 Average Work Hours per Week 53.0 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 2 Average Hourly Wage $22.50 Average Work Hours per Week 30.0 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2025 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Cross Plains Area EMS Advanced EMT Cross Plains Dodgeville Area Ambulance EMT Dodgeville McFarland Fire Rescue Advanced EMT McFarland Midwest Medical Transport Co Advanced EMT Reedsburg Area Medical Center Advanced EMT Reedsburg Stoughton Area EMS Advanced EMT Stoughton * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
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