Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – 2-Year Diploma Course A 2-Year Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Diploma is an advanced paramedical course designed to train students in comprehensive pre-hospital emergency care. This version offers a deeper curriculum compared to shorter EMT certifications and prepares students for professional roles in emergency departments, ambulances, and disaster response units. ???? Course Overview: Course Name: Diploma in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Duration: 2 Years (Full-Time) Eligibility: 10+2 with Science (Biology recommended); minimum age 17 years Admission Process: Direct/Merit-based; some institutes may conduct an entrance test or interview ???? Curriculum Structure: Year 1 – Foundation in Medical Sciences & Basic Emergency Care Human Anatomy & Physiology Medical Terminology Basics of Emergency Medicine First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) Infection Control & Biohazard Management Patient Assessment Techniques Communication & Soft Skills Medical Ethics and Legal Issues Year 2 – Advanced Emergency Care & Clinical Practice Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Trauma Life Support & Triage Airway Management & Ventilation Obstetric, Pediatric & Geriatric Emergencies Emergency Pharmacology Disaster Management & Mass Casualty Incidents Ambulance Operations and Equipment Handling Internship/Clinical Training in Emergency/Trauma Unit ????️ Skills Acquired: Pre-hospital emergency care Rapid patient evaluation & stabilization Trauma and burn management Handling defibrillators, suction units, oxygen therapy Emergency childbirth and pediatric care Communication under crisis conditions Real-time decision-making ???? Career Opportunities: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Hospitals & Trauma Centers Ambulance Services (Government & Private) Aviation/Rail Medical Services Disaster Relief Organizations (e.g., NDRF, Red Cross) Oil & Gas Industry (on-site emergency teams) Event Medical Services (sports, concerts, etc.) ???? Offered By: Paramedical colleges and universities Government skill development centers Hospitals with paramedical training programs (Apollo, Max, Fortis, etc.) NSDC & Healthcare Sector Skill Council-affiliated institutes