SUNY Sullivan is proud to announce its Fall 2025 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic and Refresher courses, offering hands-on training and comprehensive preparation for careers in emergency medical services. These courses address the high demand for EMTs and the projected substantial job growth in the field.
SUNY Sullivan’s EMT program provides an engaging learning experience through classroom simulations and field experience. Students will gain critical skills to assess and care for patients at incident scenes and during ambulance transport to hospitals. The curriculum covers the management of respiratory, cardiac, and trauma emergencies. Instructors are dedicated to student success, preparing them thoroughly for both the New York State (NYS) practical and written certification exams.
“The need for skilled EMTs in our communities is constant and growing,” said Jaime Schmeiser, Director of Workforce at SUNY Sullivan. “Our program offers a rigorous yet supportive environment where students can develop the essential skills and confidence needed to excel in this vital profession. We’re proud to be a launching pad for so many impactful careers.”
The EMT Basic course begins Aug. 17, 2025, and the EMT Refresher course begins Aug. 14, 2025. Both courses run concurrently on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. All classes will be held at the SUNY Sullivan Campus.
Tuition for the EMT Basic course is $950, while tuition for the EMT Refresher course is $400, plus a $100 registration fee. Tuition is due in full prior to the start of the course. Exam fees and text materials are the student’s responsibility. For sponsored students, qualified sponsors may submit DOH form 3312 for tuition reimbursement upon NYS certification, pursuant to NYS DOH Policy.
Individuals can apply today by contacting Jaime Schmeiser, SUNY Sullivan Director of Workforce Development, at scccworkforce@sunysullivan.edu for applications and additional information.
About SUNY Sullivan: SUNY Sullivan is the leader of innovative higher education and a catalyst for workforce development throughout the Sullivan Catskills and beyond. Its diverse community cultivates personal growth and professional advancement, preparing students for success in a sustainable and interconnected world. A forward-looking, top-tier community college in New York, SUNY Sullivan offers over 40 degree programs, certificates, and microcredentials for learners at all levels of their educational goals. Its team values critical inquiry and creativity while supporting its students in a culture of inclusion and respect.