Overview
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a level of pre-hospital provider who uses basic medical equipment and basic knowledge and skills to perform initial assessment, basic non-invasive interventions, stabilization, and transport to the ill and injured. It is the goal of our program to provide students with core knowledge, skills, and attitudes to function in the capacity of an EMT. Under the supervision of Franciscan Alliance – Crown Point EMS Academy Medical Directors, EMT's will assess their patients, identify the underlying problem, treat, and stabilize the patient, and transport the patient to the appropriate medical facility.
Successful completion of didactic, practical, clinical, and field portions of the program, evaluated through summative and formative examinations, will have qualified the students to take the State of Indiana or the National Registry Written and Practical Exams for certification as an EMT.
Course Format
- Two days a week, Monday and Thursday (no holidays), 6pm-10pm
- Hospital and Field Clinicals required
Some at-home/online study will be required to successfully complete this class.
Requirements
- Submission of a completed EMT Course Application
- A photocopy of your birth certificate and driver's license / State ID
- Letter of Intent outlining why the applicant wants to be an EMT
- Completed physical examination performed by a licensed doctor indicating you are physically fit for the course and clinical internship, proof of negative PPD (Tuberculous) skin test, vaccine records, and negative 10-panel urine drug screen with no drug and/or alcohol dependency
- Completed criminal background check with no felony convictions
Contact the EMS Office at 219-757-6334 for a referral order for a Non-DOT physical exam, PPD/TB test, and/or a urine drug screen at a Franciscan Alliance Working Well location.
Our Location
Franciscan Health Crown Point
Franciscan Health Crown Point
Application Process
Cost
Total cost of the course is $1,350.
Included with payment:
- Tuition / Interactive Skills lab
- Class polo shirt & ID badge
- Access to Platinum Planner / EMS Testing
- Books & educational materials
Flexible payment plans are available.
Upcoming EMT courses
Winter Course
January 21, 2026 - July 23, 2026: Application deadline is December 21, 2025.
Class meets Tuesday & Wednesday nights from 5 - 9 P.M.
Summer Course
June 1, 2026 - August 12, 2026: Application deadline is May 4, 2026.
Class meets Mondays & Wednesdays from 9 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Fall Course
August 10, 2026 - February 8, 2027: Application deadline is July 6, 2026.
Class meets Monday & Thursday evenings from 6 - 10 P.M.
*Dates and tuition subject to change
Contact Us
To learn more about the EMT training course at Franciscan Health Crown Point, please call 219-757-6334 or email EMSAcademy@FranciscanAlliance.org.