Best Practice Medicine's EMT program is highly regarded for its rigor, immersive hand-on instruction, and leading passing rates on the NREMT National Exam. Our comprehensive program is designed to prepare you to be an exceptional entry level EMT. Broken down into weekly sessions of instruction over a 10-week period our course includes in depth exploration of body systems and anatomy, the fundamentals of care for trauma patients, investigation into medical emergencies, guest lectures from subject matter experts, live and hands-on emergency operations practice, and so much more!

Our course is a hybrid model that will consist of a 2 day onsite kick off that will include your CPR course, an introduction to skills and multiple lectures.  Live online lectures will take place Tuesday's and Thursday's for 3 hours a night.  Week 1, 4, 6, and 10 will consist of in person skills labs Saturday's from 8am to 5pm and you will be required to be on campus for these days.  The final week will include a proctored final exam, skills prep, and skills testing for a total of 2 days.  To successfully complete the class, it will be mandatory to complete the online lecture requirement, in person skills labs, and clinical (in field) hours.  


CAPCE PRIVACY STATEMENT


I understand that Best Practice Medicine, LLC as a requirement of CAPCE accreditation will submit a record of my course completions to the CAPCE AMS. I further understand that my course completion records may be accessed by or shared with such regulators as state EMS offices, training officers, and NREMT on a password-protected need-to-know basis.  In addition, I understand that I may review my record of CAPCE accredited course completions by contacting CAPCE.

Speakers

Nick Hammond Lead Educator-Reno

With over two decades of experience in emergency medical services and a distinguished 32-year military career, Nick Hammond brings a unique blend of practical, real-world expertise and scenario-based teaching to his work as an EMS educator. A native of Sparks, Nevada, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Health Education from the University of Nevada, Reno.

Nick's extensive military service began in 1992 as a Combat Engineer, later adding a second specialty as a Combat Medic. His exceptional skills led him to serve as a Flight Medic with Charlie Company, 1-168th GSAB, where he flew over 235 missions and logged 292 combat hours in Afghanistan. During his service, he was awarded the prestigious Sikorsky Winged-S Rescue Award for a life-saving rescue, one of many he performed for the 314 patients he treated.

As a civilian, Nick's EMS career began with REMSA in 1999. He advanced from an EMT-Basic to a Paramedic and held roles as an EMS Dispatch-Certified Professional, Field Training Officer, and Ground Supervisor. He is a certified instructor in BLS, ACLS, and PALS, sharing his vast knowledge with the next generation of medical professionals.

Nick believes his greatest gift is the ability to share knowledge with others, and he attributes his success to the unwavering support of his family. His hands-on experience in both combat and civilian settings is the foundation for his practical, engaging teaching style.

Location Information

  • Best Practice Medicine - Reno Campus
  • 5440 Louie Ln Unit 108, Reno, NV, 89511 US
  • Google, Bing, MapQuest

Read the EMT Basic Course application carefully and completely before registering. There are strict guidelines and requirements for this course.


To attend this EMT course a student must:

  • 18 years of age by graduation
  • No prior felony convictions

Course and Study Commitment:

It is estimated that you will spend over 60 hours in the virtual classroom , 108 hours in the in person classroom,  80+ hours of self study, and an additional 24 clinical hours for patient observation. To say the least, this course is INTENSE and moves very quickly! It requires MATURITY, DEDICATION, and plenty of extra STUDY time. We suggest that for every classroom hour you attend, you commit an additional hour of outside study time.

Attendance is required. You may not miss more than two excused lecture session and none of the in-person time can be missed. You must pass all the course with minimum score of 80%.

If you fail two exams- including retests – you will be dropped from this course.  There will be NO REFUND for students dropped from the course.


Course registration :


 Cost:$1776.00

Price includes the textbook and online access to Canvas and Fisdap. 

There is a $500.00 Non-Refundable deposit required to hold your seat.
 The remaining $1276.00 is due before the first day of class.


To register for this course you must provide proof of current immunizations: measles, mumps, rubella (MMR); tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis(Tdap). 

Provide proof of a current TB test (less than 6 months old) 

Obtain professional liability insurance from HPSO.com   There is an option for you to select "EMT student" cost is $42.00 Proof must be provided on the first day of class. 

ALL STUDENT RECORDS ABOVE MUST BE PROVIDED THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASS OR YOU WILL BE DROPPED FROM THE COURSE WITH NO REFUND**


** The refund period is 30 days from the transaction should you need to drop the course after registration before class begins**


Textbook Provided:

1. EMT textbook that we use is, Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured, 13th Edition

****A requirement of this course is to have access to a stable internet connection, as there is regular online content in addition to online course exams.***


You will be required to purchase a pair of Navy EMS pants for all skills labs and clinicals.  Below are different options to purchase these depending on what is convenient for you.  You must have these prior to the first day of class.  We will be issuing class shirts on day one. 

First Tactical - Online Orders (use code jpickens for 25% off your order)

Women’s V2 EMS Pant: https://www.firsttactical.com/collections/all-products/products/womens-v2-ems-pant

Men’s V2 EMS Pant: https://www.firsttactical.com/collections/all-products/products/mens-v2-ems-pant

5.11 - Online Orders

Women’s EMS Pant: https://www.511tactical.com/womens-ems-pant.html

Women’s TACLITE EMS Pant: https://www.511tactical.com/taclite-ems-pant-womens.html

Men’s TACLITE EMS Pant: https://www.511tactical.com/taclite-ems-pant.html
Men’s EMS Pant: https://www.511tactical.com/mens-ems-pant.html

5.11 Tactical Store 6667 S.Virginia St Reno,NV 89511

This is a great option if you need to actually try on pants for sizing.  


Note:

Once you graduate from this course, there are investment costs associated with licensing exams and applications.

  • National Registry cognitive exam fee: approximately $100
  • State Licensing application fee:$50

Recertification requirements:

Complete a state approved refresher course very two years

Complete 48-hours of continuing education every two years


Having trouble registering or have questions about the course?  Please give us a call at 406-602-4204

  • EMT Course tuition includes a T-shirt and BLS CPR Course, textbook, and online content. From this option you can select a minimum $500 deposit.

$1,844.36
Includes $68.36 of processing & fees
$1,844.36
Includes $68.36 of processing & fees
Registration Summary:Total
Learners (x1)$1,776.00
Processing & Fees
Fees include credit card processing fees and third-party software fees
$68.36
$1,844.36
Includes processing & fees

Billing Information

Secure checkout PCI compliant
Safe & Secure Checkout PCI-compliant • 256-bit AES encryption
RegFox Event Registration Software
Event Registration Software by RegFox