Educational Program An educational program in Emergency Medical Technician-Basic and Paramedic Science is located on the Indianapolis campus of Indiana University.

Description of the Profession Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)—Basic and Paramedic—care for people at the scene of emergencies and transport them to hospitals or other health care institutions. EMTs (basic and paramedic) determine the nature and the extent of victims’ medical and trauma-related emergencies and provide initial emergency care. EMT-Paramedics administer medications, supply intravenous therapy, perform heart monitoring, and provide other life-saving interventions for the victims of acute illness or injury. The EMT-Basic is the entry level of the emergency medical field. The EMT-Paramedic is the advanced practitioner with more independence.

Graduates of the Program The EMT-Basic and the Associate of Science in Paramedic Science degree programs are designed to prepare the EMT to deliver emergency patient care in the prehospital setting. Graduates of both programs primarily provide emergency care in ambulance or fire services at their level of training. Nontraditional areas of employment are available in hospitals and industry.

Credential Required to Practice