Emergency Medical Technician

2026-27 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program Cost Estimate: Tuition for this program is currently based on the 2025-26 school year. See the Tuition and Fees webpage for more information.

• Costs are estimates and may be subject to change while in program.
• Tuition and fees (Technology Fee (college), Student Services Fee, and Security Enhancement Fees) listed below apply to the 2026-2027 academic year beginning Summer Quarter 2026 and may be changed without notice by the Washington State Legislature and/or Board of Trustees.
• All book costs listed are estimates.
• Uniform costs are estimated.

• Clinical placement* may require a drug screen prior to clinical dependent upon clinical agency and will require an additional fee.

  *Please note: payment of clinical fee does not guarantee clinical placement

REQUIRED SUPPLIES AND UNIFORM:

• Stethoscope
• Watch with a second hand
• Shirt: Olympic College EMT Program student shirt (additional shirts available for purchase)
• Pants: Dark navy/black slacks or utility trousers.
• Boots: All black closed toe boots (steel or safety toe recommended).
• Belt: Black uniform belt without studs or adornments.

Optional:

• Jacket: Dark navy or black personal jacket with no markings or logos. The nametag must be worn on the outside of the jacket.
   

Olympic College maintains strict adherence to Washington State Department of Health (DOH) regulations. As an official Washington State-Approved EMS Training Program, Olympic College prominently displays its state-issued Training Program Credential Number (TRNG.ES.70113495-PRO).

For questions or concerns regarding state approval or EMS training program standards, please contact the Washington State Department of Health: 

Mailing Address:     
Department of Health
Health Systems Quality Assurance 
(HSQA) / EMS Education & Training Customer Service
P.O. Box 47877
Olympia, WA 98504-7877
Phone: (360) 236-4700

Email: @email or @email

Olympic College has made a determination that the Emergency Medical Technician program curriculum meets educational requirements for licensure/certification in Washington State. The curriculum does not meet educational requirements for licensure/certification outside of Washington State. We encourage students who plan to work out-of-state to check relevant local licensure/certification requirements.

Olympic College Military & Veteran Programs (MVP) helps military-connected students achieve their educational goals. We strive to provide responsive academic, social, and administrative support to student Veterans, Active Duty, and dependents. If you are a prospective student eligible for VA benefits, please reach out to MVP to learn more about veteran benefits. 

The Emergency Medical Technician Program is offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring quarters. 

• Applications open for the Fall quarter in February and close on June 30
• Applications the Winter quarter are open and close on August 31
• Applications open for the Spring quarter open in mid-October and close on January 15

EMT Program Mission

The mission of the EMT Program is to educate and prepare compassionate and competent Emergency Medical Technicians committed to excellence in prehospital emergency care. Our program will reflect integrity, professionalism, and service; equipping students with the knowledge, clinical experience, and affective foundation necessary to provide safe, evidence-based care in diverse communities. Olympic College will develop leaders in emergency medical services; advancing the health and safety of the public using rigorous academic instruction, hands-on training, and strong community partnerships.

EMT Program Objectives

1. Prepare Competent Entry-Level EMTs: Equip students with the cognitive knowledge, psychomotor skills, and affective behaviors necessary to provide safe, effective, and compassionate prehospital emergency medical care at the EMT level.
2. Promote Professionalism and Ethical Practice: Instill professional conduct, integrity, and accountability consistent with the ethical and legal responsibilities of emergency medical services providers.
3. Develop Clinical and Operational Readiness: Ensure graduates can perform essential EMT duties in diverse environments through applied classroom, laboratory, and field experiences that emphasize teamwork, communication, and critical thinking.
4. Foster a Culture of Safety and Lifelong Learning: Promote adherence to personal, patient, and scene safety practices while encouraging continued professional development and advancement within the EMS system.
5. Support Community Health and Emergency Response Systems: Prepare students to contribute effectively to the regional EMS and public safety network through collaboration, culture competence, and community-centered service.

Please review the Emergency Medical Technician  Application Instructions below before completing the application.

Submit the Emergency Medical Technician online application form

• Before you begin your online application, you must have an OC student ID#.
  • If you do not have an OC ID#, visit our Admissions page to apply to OC (note: application review and approval takes several days to complete).
  • If you have forgotten your OC ID# follow this link to retrieve your ID: Forgot My Password.

Emergency Medical Technician Program
Application Instructions (Do not include with your application)

October 6, 2026

Olympic College provides equal educational and employment opportunities without regard to race or ethnicity, creed, color, sex, pregnancy or family status, national origin, age, marital status, religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, reliance on public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran in its educational programs, admissions, activities, and employment policies, in keeping with the letter and spirit of all equal opportunity and civil rights laws.

Application to the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program is a separate procedure in addition to the application to Olympic College. If you have not applied to Olympic College, you will find admission steps and instructions to apply online on the Admissions webpage before proceeding with this application. The Welcome Center's Virtual Office may be helpful in speeding the application process.

After admission to Olympic College, activate your student accounts (ctclink, email, and Canvas accounts) before proceeding with the OC EMT Program Application. For this application, you will need to gather your OC student ctclink ID#, OC student email account, and password. For help, visit the Student Accounts webpage.  

To promote equitable access to healthcare education programs at Olympic College and support student success through focused academic and clinical progression. Due to the competitive nature and limited clinical capacity of our Health Science programs, students may not be concurrently enrolled in more than one limited entry [high demand] program. This policy ensures fair and consistent access to limited-capacity healthcare programs and encourages students to fully engage in and complete one program at a time. It aligns with Olympic College’s commitment to student success and workforce readiness.  

Complete the online application.  

To access the form, you must sign into your Olympic College Microsoft 365 account.

Save the unique URL in your web browser when you access the form. You may return to this form at any time during the process by copying the unique URL in the address bar. Information on the page will only be saved when you click "next." To return to your application, paste the URL into your browser.  

Healthcare Pathways Student Success Coach Contact Information: 
Phone: 360-475-7748, extensions 1 or 5 
Email: @email  
A print application packet may be requested from the Healthcare Division Office:

1600 Chester Ave. 
Bremerton, WA 98337 
Building 5, Room 341, Bremerton Campus  
Main office phone: 360-475-7748 
Main office email: @email 

Print application must be submitted by email to @email  or in person at:

Olympic College 
Office of Admissions, 1st floor, Building 4  
Welcome Center 
1600 Chester Ave. 
Bremerton, WA 98337

Or submit by US mail to: 
Attn: Office of Admissions, 1st floor, Building 4
1600 Chester Ave. 
Bremerton, WA 98337
 

Student Disability Services

Olympic College is committed to providing access to higher education for students with disabilities. Any student with a permanent or temporary disability is encouraged to contact Student Disability Services at (360) 475-7540 or email @email  to discuss appropriate accommodations.

All Applicants 

• Attend an Information Session (dates and times available on the website).
• Meet with a Healthcare Student Success Coach if you need assistance with planning or have more questions (this can be scheduled with @email ).  
• Complete the online application.
• Submit the following documents with your online application:
  • Current resume describing the specific activities and responsibilities of your professional and academic experiences. Include any activities, certifications, and skills relevant to healthcare. Please indicate any languages spoken and proficiency on the resume if seeking cultural wealth points for being multilingual. The resume should be no more than two pages, size 12 font (Arial or Times New Roman), with 1-inch margins.
  • Applicants may submit either a high school transcript or a college transcript for academic ranking purposes. All applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to be eligible to apply. Applicants choosing to submit a college transcript must have completed at least 30 college credits. Applicants may also submit a GED credential.
  • Submit DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) to verify military service.
  • Letter(s) documenting qualification for the following state or federally awarded financial aid programs (if applicable): Basic Food Employment and Training (BFET), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Opportunity Grant, Worker Retraining, Pell Grant, Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA), Washington State Need Grant, Free and Reduced Lunches. Award letters must be dated within 12 months of the application deadline. 

Admission Procedure

Past Disciplinary Action Petition Letter

Students with official disciplinary action or warning or deemed “not in good standing” at Olympic College or any previous higher education institution must include an admission petition letter as part of their application materials. The petition letter must address the disciplinary action, contributing factors, and a mitigation plan to promote future success. EMT Program entry is NOT an option if the student was disciplined due to a critical safety element. 

Background Inquiry

Re-entering Olympic College EMT Students 

Reentering Olympic College EMT students must submit an EMT Admissions Application and credential requirements to be eligible to re-enroll. The deadline is two weeks after the final re-entry petition decision. 

ACADEMIC METRICS: PREREQUISITE & SUPPORT COURSES (weighted at 60%) 

NON-ACADEMIC METRICS: APPLICATION MATERIALS (weighted at 30%)

CULTURAL WEALTH & BONUS POINTS (weighted at 10%)

Resume

The Resume should be no more than two pages, size 12 font (Arial or Times New Roman), with 1-inch margins. The resume should describe the specific activities and responsibilities of your professional, volunteer, and academic experiences. Include any activities, certifications, and skills relevant to healthcare. Please indicate any languages spoken and fluency on the resume if seeking cultural wealth points for being multilingual. Resumes will be reviewed and scored by Olympic College EMT Program faculty, staff and advisory committee members. 

Tie Breakers

In the event of a tie, the high school or college GPA, whichever is submitted, will be used as a tie breaker to determine ranking for admission. GED completion will be awarded a 4.0 GPA.
 

Office of Admissions Timelines

1. The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Admissions Application and all supporting documents must be submitted to the Office of Admissions by June 30th for Fall start, August 31st for a Winter start, and January 15th for Spring start.
   1. EMT Program Admissions Applications received after the application deadline may not be considered for the upcoming cohort.
   2. All students whose application materials (prerequisites and required documentation) are not complete may need to apply for a future cohort year/quarter.
2. Applicant files will be reviewed by the Office of Admissions. A letter will be sent to applicants advising them of any missing documents. Incomplete applications turned in within three weeks before the application deadline are not guaranteed to receive notification from the Admissions Office prior to the application deadline. Therefore, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit application materials as soon as they are eligible to apply. Any required documents missing from the application packet will make your application ineligible for the current year and ineligible to receive a rollover point.
3. The EMT Admissions Committee will meet after the deadline to determine admission to the fall or spring cohort, depending on which cohort you apply for.
4. The admission letters for the EMT Program will be sent via email (listed on the application) by the Selective Admissions Department (not the EMT Program). Students will receive notification of their status prior to August 30.
   1. Please do not contact Admissions before August 30th (for Fall), before November 30th (for Winter), or before March 1st (for Spring) for acceptance letters.
   2. After August 30th, November 30th, or March 1st, if you have not received notification of your status, you may contact Selective Admissions at 360-475-7206.
5. Due to the competitive nature and limited clinical capacity of our Health Science programs, students may not be concurrently enrolled in more than one limited-entry [high demand] program.
   1. A student cannot switch to another selective healthcare program without fully withdrawing from the first program unless the student is on track to graduate and will have completed their current program prior to the start of the new program.
   2. A student cannot hold spots in multiple high-demand programs simultaneously and must withdraw from any other OC healthcare program they are enrolled in and have not completed prior to the start of the EMT program. 

Admissions are granted for a specific cohort year and quarter, as noted in the acceptance letter. Students who have been offered admission but do not enter the program for the specific cohort year/quarter must submit a new application to be considered for a future cohort year/quarter in the EMT Program by the established deadline. 

Eligible applicants not admitted must submit a new application by the application deadline to be considered a rollover applicant. It is not necessary to resubmit official transcripts unless additional classes have been taken at institutions outside of Olympic College. 

Students who have been offered admission will be required to attend mandatory EMT Program orientation sessions prior to the beginning of the program.

The Olympic College Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program includes clinical experiences in patient care at cooperating health care facilities. The clinical agencies require students to provide evidence of the following prior to beginning clinical experiences:

1. Current immunizations, uploaded to and confirmed by Program staff;
2. National Background Check, Washington State Patrol Background Check, and Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) background check within acceptable parameters of clinical agencies;
3. Annual criminal history disclosure;
4. Current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers Certification (American Heart Association for the Healthcare Provider) that is valid through expected date of graduation;
5. Non-refundable liability and malpractice insurance (purchased through Olympic College fees);
6. Proof of personal health insurance; and
7. Learning modules and trainings as required by clinical facilities.

For more information, please see the Clinical Documentation Requirements link.  

Please do not turn in documents pertaining to items 1 - 7 above with your application. Applicants accepted into the EMT Program must attend a mandatory Clinical Documentation Orientation. We recommend that all applicants wait to start the documentation process until after attending the Clinical Documentation Orientation.