- EMS Testing
- Course instruction/guided lab days
- National Registry Exam fee
- Learning platform with e-book
EMS Training Classes
This training program is designed to equip first responders with essential knowledge about current substances of use, their pharmacological properties, effects on the body, and appropriate response strategies. The goal is to enhance your ability to recognize, manage, and provide appropriate care in cases of substance-related emergencies.
January 24, 2025
9:00 a.m. to noon
Penn State Fayette, 116 Eberly Building
or via Live Zoom
Course fee: $50
Register for Substance Use Disorder
Course approved for three con ed units by the PA Department of Health
The two day (sixteen hour) course covers advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) according to the standards promulgated by the American Heart Association. Information is presented in lectures, demonstrations, and small-group workshops that allows you to update your clinical expertise and learn new skills.
Pre-registration is required.
Dates: To be announced
Call 724-430-4217 prior to first class for information on completing the pre-test required by the American Heart Association.
Course Fee is $150.00
If you are interested in learning more about ACLS, fill out the following ACLS form.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Renewal of Paramedics, R.N.s and Physicians according to ACLS standards as promulgated by the American Heart Association.
Pre-registration is required.
Dates:December 17, 2024
Register for ACLS Refresher
Call 724-430-4217 prior to first class for information on completing the pre-test required by the American Heart Association.
Course Fee: $100.00
If you are interested in learning more about ACLS Renewal, fill out the following ACLS Renewal form.
Thirty hours of continuing education for Paramedic level emergency medical services providers as prescribed by the NREMT (National Registry).
Course will be completely online using Zoom sessions.
*Must be a certified A-EMT or Paramedic or be eligible for National Registry re-testing at either level
Course fee is $250
Dates: To be announced
Times: To be announced
Location: online using Zoom sessions
If you are interested in learning more about Paramedic Refresher, fill out the following Paramedic Refresher form.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers training reinforces healthcare professionals' understanding of the importance of early CPR and defibrillation, basic steps of performing CPR, relieving choking, using an AED, and the role of each link in the Chain of Survival. Skill performance includes adult, child, and infant patients, as well as 2-rescuer CPR, AED use, and use of a bag-mask for ventilation. Students must successfully complete both skills and written examinations for certification. This course meets occupational requirements for health care providers in various fields.
You do not need to be in the medical field to participate in this course.
This specific training will be held at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus in the Eberly Building.
Course Fee: $70.00
Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
Date: May 24, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
5 Eberly Building
Register for the May 24 BLS training.
Date: June 7, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
5 Eberly Building
Register for the June 7 BLS training.
Date: June 28, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
5 Eberly Building
Register for the June 28 BLS training.
If you are interested in learning more about BLS, fill out the following Basic Life Support form.
HeartCode BLS is the AHA’s blended learning delivery method for the BLS Course. HeartCode blended learning delivers quality resuscitation education regardless of where providers are located and gives them more control to complete the course at their own pace. Providers first complete the online portion of HeartCode BLS and then complete a hands-on skills session at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus. Access to the BLS Provider Manual eBook (20-3102) is included with HeartCode BLS. This product has been updated with new science from the 2020 Guidelines for CPR and ECC and replaces the previous version (15-3254).
Upon registration, you will be given instructions on how to complete the in-person skills session. You will then be asked contacted to schedule your in person skills day.
Course Fee: $70.00
BLS Refresher presents basic certified providers (EMR, EMT) with the updated national component requirements for recertification or remediation as required by the National Registry of EMT’s. This course will provide students with updated core education curriculum for basic providers in the practice of prehospital care. Information will be delivered by lecture and participation in case study reviews, no skill component is required.
*Must be a certified EMR or EMT or be eligible for National Registry remediation at either level.
Course will be completely virtual using Zoom sessions.
Course fee: $80
Dates: To Be Determined
No textbook required
If you are interested in learning more about ACLS, fill out the following BLS Refresher form.
The First Responder training program is based upon the course designed by the US Department of Transportation. This course was developed to provide training in emergency medical care for those who are likely to be the first persons to arrive at an accident or emergency scene, by nature of their vocation. While emergency care is not likely to be the first responder's primary responsibility, the first responder should know the basic principles of emergency medical care, so the initial steps in assessment of injuries and treatment of life threatening emergencies may be initiated.
Must be 16 years of age or older to enroll in this course.
Date: To be Determined
Course fee is $250.00
Course fee does not include textbook. Textbooks are available at the Penn State Fayette Bookstore at a cost of $133.95, call the bookstore at 724-430-4178.
If you are interested in learning more about the Emergency Medical Responder, fill out the following Emergency Medical Responder form.
Emergency Medical Services Instructor is a course designed to prepare participants to teach in the dynamic field of pre-hospital care. Students will explore educational psychology and teaching strategies. Participants will also discuss and practice various aspects of teaching in the cognitive, effective and psycho-motor domains. students will practice oral and practical lessons with each other, offering feedback on the effectiveness of their lesson. Students will learn strategies of dealing with both the problem and the exceptional student. An update of new information win EMS will be provided.
*Must complete AHA BLS Instructor Essentials course on line prior to start of class (not included in tuition fee) or provide proof of current BLS Instructor certification. Call office for details 724-430-4217.
**Participants must be at least 18 years of age and have current certification, with at least one year experience, s a PA DOH EMT/AEMT/Paramedic.
Date: To be announced
Course fee is $300
Textbook required, not included in course fee. Foundations of Education–Third Edition ISBN # 9781284145168
Available online through our Penn State Bookstore.
If you are interested in learning more about EMS Instructor, fill out the following EMS Instructor form.
This course provides a basic foundation in pre-hospital emergency medical services care, as per procedures developed by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.
Prerequisites are:
A. Must be 16 years of age or older.
B. Prioritized Department of Health selection process enforced.
The program will be a minimum of 180 hours with combined lecture and practical skill sessions. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be eligible for certification from the NREMT and the PA Dept. of health as an EMT.
September 2 through December 9, 2025
Mandatory Zoom orientation on August 26 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Hybrid learning with in-person skills sessions Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Penn State Fayette, 5 Eberly Building
Register for September EMT
Course Fee is $700.00
Included in course fee:
Student's responsibility:
This sixteen hour course covers Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) according to the standards of the American Heart Association. Information presented in lectures, demonstrations and small-group workshops, allows the student to update clinical expertise and learn new skills.
Pre-registration is required.
Call 724-430-4217, prior to first day of class, for information on completing the pre-test required by the American Heart Association.
Course fee is $150.00
If you are interested in learning more about PALS, fill out the following PALS form.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Renewal of Paramedics, R.N.s and Physicians according to PALS standards as promulgated by the American Heart Association.
Pre-registration is required
Call 724-430-4217 prior to first class for information on completing the pre-test required by the American Heart Association.
Date: December 18, 2024
Register for PALS Renewal
Course fee: $100.00
If you are interested in learning more about PALS Renewal, fill out the following PALS Renewal form.
Situational Awareness for First Responders was developed to empower emergency responders with resources to understand and prepare for the physical, emotional, and cognitive responses to a critical incident.
First responders must prepare for increasingly violent environments due to the opioid epidemic and a higher frequency of active-shooter situations. The course will introduce survival mindset tactics, cover and concealment exercises, and best practices for addressing real-world ambush scenarios.
Situational Awareness for First Responders is a four-hour session offered free of charge. Connellsville native and law enforcement executive Brian Ruck will lead the session. The course is sponsored by Fayette County Emergency Medical Services Council.
If you are interested in learning more about The Situational Awareness for First Responders Course, fill out the following Situational Awareness for First Responders Course form.
