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Program Overview
Emergency Medical Technician is an entry-level program and meets requirements for licensure in Wisconsin and certification with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. This program is offered throughout the district.
You must be at least 17 years old to join the EMT program. Minors must wait until age 18 to apply for an EMT license.
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.
The EMS student dress code will be enforced in your class and clinical settings. You are expected to present yourself in a clean, well-groomed manner just as you would in your professional career.
The dress code consists of the following:
- Close toed black shoes or boots.
- Black or blue EMS or work-type pants (i.e. Dickies or Carhartt)
- Black belt
- Plain navy tee, polo, or department shirt may be worn.
- Plain long sleeve shirts may be worn under your program shirt, but must be blue, black, or white.
- No hats, no shorts, no jeans, leggings or tights
Program Details
Each cohort consists of two parts, EMT 1 and EMT 2, which you enroll in together. Depending on the semester, offerings may include accelerated or one-semester.
All EMT courses are offered in a hybrid format. This means the class blends online learning with required, scheduled, in-person sessions. Because a portion of the content is delivered online, the amount of in-person class time is reduced. Assignments, readings, and tests still follow set due dates.
Most assignments, discussions, and lectures will take place online in Brightspace. You’ll use this platform to read course materials, watch lectures, participate in discussions, and complete online work. As a result, in-person class sessions are focused on hands-on practice and demonstrating the skills and knowledge you’ve gained online. Traditional lecturing during class is minimal, so it’s essential to come prepared—having completed the online coursework and ready to apply what you’ve learned.
This structure prioritizes practical, skills-based learning and ensures you get the most value out of your time in the classroom.
Emergency Medical Technician classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
- Reedsburg
- Watertown
Careers
Earning your Wisconsin EMT License upon completion of the EMT program at Madison Area Technical College prepares you for valuable work as an 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
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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
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Apply Now – Secure Your Spot on the Waiting List!
This program operates on a waiting list. To be eligible to enroll in program classes, students must first complete academic preparedness requirements. Students who meet the requirements are considered for program classes based on capacity.
Before submitting an application, be sure to:
- Review the Waiting List section
- Review the admission requirements for deadlines, materials, and requirements
- Estimated Wait Time: To be determined
- Program Capacity: Program Capacity: 30-36 spots each Summer semester; 72-96 spots each Fall semester; 72-96 spots each Spring semester
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Application Dates
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application deadline is August 15, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application open
- Application deadline is December 31, 2026
Admission Requirements
There are no admission requirements for this program. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.
Additional Notes
Students must meet the current admission and academic preparedness requirements to be eligible for program classes. Requirements are subject to change based on updates to accreditation requirements or Madison College program assessment data.
One Semester Cohorts
All EMT offerings are hybrid and require the completion of online content in addition to the on-campus training hours listed below.
Fall 2026
Cohort 1
- Location: Protective Service Building
- Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Dates: August 18, 2026 - October 8, 2026
- Class Numbers: 38819 & 38820
Cohort 2
- Location: Protective Service Building
- Schedule: Fridays
- Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Dates: August 21, 2026 - December 11, 2026
- Class Numbers: 38821 & 38822
Cohort 3
- Location: Protective Service Building
- Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Dates: August 25, 2026 - December 15, 2026
- Class Numbers: 38823 & 38825
Cohort 4
- Location: Reedsburg Campus
- Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays
- Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Dates: August 25, 2026 - December 15, 2026
- Class Numbers: 38826 & 38827
Cohort 5
- Location: Watertown Campus
- Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays
- Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Dates: August 25, 2026 - December 15, 2026
- Class Numbers: 38828 & 38829
Cohort 6
- Location: Protective Service Building
- Schedule: Wednesdays
- Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Dates: August 26, 2026 - December 9, 2026
- Class Numbers: 38869 & 38870
Questions?
Contact Enrollment Services at enrollmentservices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
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Waiting List
This program uses a waiting list to manage program admission due to capacity limitations and program demand. This means there are typically more applicants than there are open seats in the program. A waiting list helps us manage applications in a way that is fair and transparent.
Academic Preparedness Requirements
This program has academic preparedness requirements that must be completed before beginning core classes. When you’ve completed all academic preparedness requirements, you will be core ready. This means you are eligible to be considered for program classes.
Pre-core students can run their Degree Progress Report to confirm which pre-program requirements are satisfied/not satisfied and view specific ways to satisfy requirements.
Prerequisites
- Reading (testing, college coursework, or bachelor's degree)
Notification Timeline
Core Ready students will be notified about available spots by the following dates. Core Ready students who remain on the list will also receive an update on their estimated wait times:
- Summer: February 15, 2026
- Fall: April 15, 2026
- Spring: September 15, 2026
Questions?
Contact Enrollment Services at enrollmentservices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the 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.
- 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 Emergency Medical Technician-Basic certification exam.
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2023 2024 2025 Number of Program Graduates 191 218 243 Number of Surveys Sent 191 218 241 Number of Surveys Returned 115 107 151 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 72 66 105 Percent Available for Employment 62.6% 61.7% 69.5% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 35.7% 36.4% 30.5% Available for Employment
2023 2024 2025 Graduates Employed 71 64 102 Percent of Graduates Employed 98.6% 97.0% 97.1% Employed in Related Occupation 53 49 82 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 74.6% 76.6% 80.4% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 17 15 20 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 23.9% 23.4% 19.6% Employed - No Response 1 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 1.4% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 1 2 3 Percent Seeking Employment 1.4% 3.0% 2.9% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.7 3.7 3.7 Number of Satisfaction Responses 98 83 125 Very Satisfied (4) 65 60 92 Percent Very Satisfied 66.3% 72.3% 73.6% Satisfied (3) 32 22 33 Percent Satisfied 32.7% 26.5% 26.4% Unsatisfied (2) 1 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2023 2024 2025 Number of Primary Reason Responses 113 105 151 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% 1.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2023 2024 2025 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 70 64 102 Before Enrollment 24 18 34 Percent Before Enrollment 34.3% 28.1% 33.3% While Attending the College 15 15 12 Percent While Attending the College 21.4% 23.4% 11.8% After Training at the College 31 31 56 Percent After Training at the College 44.3% 48.4% 54.9% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2023 2024 2025 Number of Employment Location Responses 73 66 102 In College District 55 47 77 Percent In College District 75.3% 71.2% 75.5% In Wisconsin, Not in District 9 11 11 Percent of In Wisconsin 12.3% 16.7% 10.8% Outside of Wisconsin 4 4 7 Percent Outside Wisconsin 5.5% 6.1% 6.9% Employer Location Unknown 5 4 7 Percent Location Unknown 6.8% 6.1% 6.9% Salary Trend 2023 2024 2025 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 38 34 55 Average Monthly Wage $3,462 $3,687 $3,848 Average Hourly Wage $20.13 $21.44 $22.37 Average Work Hours per Week 49.5 49.0 46.7 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 9 9 17 Average Hourly Wage $16.97 $20.26 $17.42 Average Work Hours per Week 21.8 19.6 21.3 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2025 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions American Medical Response EMT Tampa FL Arlington Emergency Medical Services EMT Arlington At Your Service Caregiver Oconomowoc Baraboo EMS Firefighter/EMT Baraboo Belleville EMS EMT Belleville 3 Cardinal Glass Industries Safety Supervisor Spring Green City of Madison Fire Dept Firefighter/EMT 3 City of Madison Police Dept Police Officer Fitch-Rona EMS District EMT Fitchburg Fitchburg Fire Dept Firefighter/EMT Fitchburg Fort Atkinson Fire Department Firefighter/EMT Fort Atkinson 2 Green County EMS EMT Monroe Lifestar Emergency Services EMT West Bend Lifestar Emergency Services EMT Columbus 3 Madison Family Dental Associates Firefighter/EMT Intern Madison Fire Department Firefighter/EMT 9 Madison Fire Department Firefighter/EMT Monona Maple Bluff EMS & Fire EMT Mauston Area Ambulance EMT Mauston 2 McFarland Fire Rescue Firefighter/EMT McFarland Meade Medical Clinic Nurse Watertown Midwest Medical Transport Co EMT Janesville Midwest Medical Transport Co EMT Richfield Midwest Medical Transport Co EMT 8 Noah's Ark Waterpark Aquatics, Park Services & EMT Manager Wisconsin Dells North Shore Fire Department Firefighter/EMT Milwaukee Oregon Fire Department Firefighter/EMT Oregon 3 Paratech Ambulance Services Inc EMT Janesville Pender County Fire & EMS EMT Burgaw NC Portage Fire Dept Lieutenant Fire Inspector/EMT Portage Portage Fire Dept Firefighter/EMT Portage 5 ProHealth Care Clinical Support Associate Brookfield Reedsburg Area Ambulance Service EMT Reedsburg 3 Ryan Brothers Ambulance EMT Spearfish Fire Department Firefighter Spearfish SD St Anthony's Hopsital Commonspirit Critical Care Technician Lakewood CO Stoughton Area EMS Volunteer EMT Stoughton Sun Prairie Fire And EMS Firefighter Sun Prairie Superior Ambulance EMT Superior Ambulance EMT Kaukauna Unspecified EMT UW Health Emergency Department Technician 2 UW Health EMT Volk Field Fire Dept Crash Rescue Specialist Camp Douglas * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
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