Sue Bechtold will be teaching an Emergency Medical Technician class from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, beginning April 10 and running through Aug. 21. The classes will be held at 499 W. Washington St., North Webster.
Those interested in taking the class must be at least 17 years of age, have a valid driver’s license, a current CPR card, have or be in the process of obtaining hepatitis vaccine and current TB test results (within the last 12 months). Cost of the class is $700. Email Bechtold at bechtold315@comcast.net to obtain registration paperwork and reserve a spot in the limited class size.
Becoming an EMT takes training and experience. EMTs must know how to assess an emergency scheme, control bleeding, apply splints, assist in childbirth, administer oxygen and certain medications and perform CPR/AED and other basic life support skills. This EMT basic course is the minimum level of training for all certified ambulance personnel.