Essential Functions

The following technical standards and essential functions outline reasonable expectations of a student in the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program for the performance of common EMT functions. The EMT student must be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a variety of classroom, lab, and/or clinical situations while providing the essential competencies of an EMT. These requirements apply for the purpose of admission and continuation in the program. A general summary of the technical standards is listed below; however, prospective students are encouraged to review Appendix A of the National Standard Curriculum for a complete position analysis as performed on behalf of the U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Safety Administration.