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Fall 2026 EMT Courses

The VCU Center for Trauma and Critical Care Education (CTCCE) will offer two EMT courses during Fall 2026. Both courses combine classroom instruction, practical skills training, and preparation for EMT certification.

Enrollment is limited to 16 students per location.


Photo: EMT students work on a medical scenario with a manikin in the field at the Crater EMT Course Spring 2026.

Crater Criminal Justice Training Academy

Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
Course dates: August 31–December 12, 2026
Maximum enrollment: 16 students
Location: 6130 County Drive, Disputanta, VA 23842

Tuition

  • Standard tuition: $2,300
  • HHS EMS Training Grant support: $1,400 per student
  • Final tuition owed by the student or sponsoring agency: $900

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Powhatan Fire and Rescue Station 2

Schedule: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:00–10:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday sessions
Course dates: September 10–December 12, 2026
Maximum enrollment: 16 students
Location: 1959 Urbine Road, Powhatan, VA 23139

Tuition

  • Standard tuition: $2,300
  • HHS EMS Training Grant support: $1,400 per student
  • Final tuition owed by the student or sponsoring agency: $900

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All-Inclusive Tuition

CTCCE’s EMS program tuition is designed to be as inclusive and transparent as possible. This approach helps students, agencies, and sponsoring organizations plan for the program without unexpected or piecemeal course expenses.

Included in Tuition

Tuition includes:

  • Textbooks, including the Advantage Package with eBook and hardcopy materials
  • Uniform polo or program shirt
  • Merit badge certifications applicable to the course
  • Adaptive EMS testing platform access
  • Platinum Planner access

Additional Student Expenses

The following expenses are not included in tuition and remain the responsibility of the student or sponsoring agency:

  • Parking
  • Travel expenses
  • EMS-style or uniform pants
  • Appropriate closed-toe footwear; reinforced-toe footwear is recommended
  • Replacement program shirts or identification badges
  • Certification testing fees

Students should include these additional expenses when budgeting for the program.

Limited Enrollment

Each course is limited to 16 students. Registration is required to reserve a seat, and availability is based on remaining capacity.