Get Certified as an EMT!
What?
Each semester, Boston College EMS is proud to offer an Emergency Medical Technician-Basic training course in partnership with Bay State EMS Educators! This intensive course includes over 150-hours of instruction and prepares students to take the written and practical EMT exams issued by the state of Massachusetts and the National Registry of EMTs. Students will have the opportunity to qualify for reciprocity in all 50 states. Students will learn all aspects of pre-hospital emergency care for injuries and illnesses within the scope of practice of an EMT-B, and practice patient assessments and emergency procedures. There are no course prerequisites, but students must attend all class sessions and pass written and practical exam
When?
The Summer 2026 course begins Sunday, May 31st, 2026, and will end on Wednesday, August 5th, 2026. Weekly meeting times for the course are as follows:
Sundays from 9AM–5PM
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings from 6PM-10PM
100% class attendance is required
*All college holidays will be observed
Where?
In person classes take place on Boston College’s campus in Higgins Hall. The final practical exam will either be offered at Boston College or at a testing facility nearby. More details will be provided after registration.
Registration
For BC Students, Faculty, and Affiliates
Registration for the Summer 2026 class is now open. Click the link below to sign up.
The course fee is $1800. Please note this total includes books, materials, and uniform shirt. Tuition does not include examination and/or state certification fees.
BC EMS is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity for anyone to apply for. This scholarship covers the full tuition costs associated with the summer EMT course. Please apply using the link below no later than Thursday, April 30th at 11:59PM EST.
Please email eagleemsadved@gmail.com with any questions regarding the Summer 2026 BC EMT Class.
For the General Public
The Summer 2026 EMT-B class will be offered to everyone interested.
BC Students, Please Note:
Completion of this course does not guarantee acceptance into Boston College EMS. Any questions, comments, or concerns can be directed to the Boston College Advancing Education Coordinator, Jayci Izzi, at eagleemsadved@gmail.com.