Program Overview

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Program

The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) program provides basic and limited advanced emergency care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual will function as part of a comprehensive EMS response team. Under medical oversight, the A-EMT will perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The A-EMT is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system.

Program Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a Pennsylvania State Certified Emergency Medical Technician to enroll in this course

Program Details

• Date: January 26 to June 8, 2026
• Hybrid Program: All course work and exams completed online
• Zoom orientations: January 6 and 20, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
• In-person orientation: January 26, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• In-person lab sessions every Monday, starting February 2, 2026 from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. at:
  • Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, 5 Eberly Building
  • Hollidaysburg American Legion Ambulance Service, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648

Program Fees

• Application Fee: $350.00
• Course fee: $1,350.00
• Payment options and registration: Course fee does not include textbook. Optional hard copy of textbook can be purchased.

Registration Deadline

• Registration deadline: January 5, 2026 at noon
• Seats are limited—apply early to prevent delay in clinical/field time clearance.

Professional Licensure/Certification Disclosures

Many US states and territories require professional licensure/certification to be employed. If you plan to pursue employment in a licensed profession after completing this program, please visit the Professional Licensure/Certification Disclosures by State interactive map.

Application Form

The application form requires personal data, contact information, emergency contact information, EMT | AEMT certification information, education, employment history and/or related experience, references, and preferred clinical and field sites.

Center for Community and Public Safety (CCPS)

The Center for Community and Public Safety (CCPS) offers various programs, including Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Advanced EMS, and Paramedic Training Program.

Penn State Fayette

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, is located 50 miles southeast of Pittsburgh in the scenic Laurel Highlands. The campus enjoys strong ties to the surrounding community and combines the supportive learning environment of a small rural campus with direct access to the extensive resources and services of Penn State.