EMT Certificate
Learn to Save Lives with the EMT Certificate Program
Advance your career with Lincoln University’s EMT certificate program, part of the University's innovative Security Sciences Institute. With strong ties to local and state partners, our program provides direct pathways to fulfilling careers in emergency medical services, law enforcement, and healthcare.
If you are an aspiring First Responder or a medical assistant or a medical technician looking to advance your career, this program is for you. The EMT certificate program also satisfies all state requirements for certification or the mandatory two-year recertification of existing EMT credentials.
This certificate program is designed to be completed in two semesters, with one semester dedicated to academic coursework and one semester of hands-on clinical work.
Why Choose the EMT Certificate Program?
- Efficiency. The academic courses for the EMT certificate can typically be completed in one semester if participants take the recommended course load.
- Small class sizes. Small class sizes (often 12 students or less) will support your success.
- Expanded opportunities. Unlike similar programs at other institutions, Lincoln University’s EMT certificate program is integrated within a more extensive program of certifications and degree opportunities. Whether considering enrollment in the LU Law Enforcement Academy, our regionally recognized nursing program, or other associated programs at the University, the EMT program represents a direct conduit between Lincoln University’s expanding Security Sciences instruction and the workforce opportunities represented by our local and state partners.
- Personalized, Professional Support. Faculty members in the Schools of Nursing and Education, along with adjunct instructors who are industry professionals, will provide personalized academic and professional guidance.
- Experiential learning. The program includes hands-on learning experiences, simulations, and opportunities for real-world applications.
- Eligibility: This program is open to anyone who meets Lincoln’s general admissions requirements. It is particularly suited for professionals in fields such as healthcare, emergency management, and public safety who are looking to advance their careers through additional training and certification.
- Prerequisites: Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. No prior EMT experience is required. This program is designed for both beginners preparing for entry level positions and emergency medical professions and existing EMT professionals looking to recertify or deepen their knowledge as emergency medical responders.
Contact Us
Dr. Darius Watson
Assistant Provost for Academic Innovation, Outreach & Research
Office of Academic Affairs
P: 573-681-5216
E: WatsonD@LincolnU.edu
