Looking for an EMT Program-Los Angeles area

[aly]

Good evening

My name is Arely. I am a new member and this would be my first post. I found this website while researching information on EMT programs. i found the questions and feedback very useful. I am currently working on my nursing degree. My current goal is to become a Registered Nurse but I am very interested in working as an EMT while I continue my education.

As well as many that I have seen on here, I have been looking for EMT programs online but it is hard to decide which ones might be good. I live in Downey but i'm looking all around the Los Angeles County area.

I am asking for any recommendations, hopefully from people who have already gone through an EMT program.

I am not intimidated by strict or tough professors, on the contrary I find easy passing classes to be a red flag. I would prefer a good, tough professor who I know will challenge me and prepare me properly.

Thank you in advance for any feedback

 

[LACoGurneyjockey]

CIEMT in Long Beach. Can't say enough good things. The instructors are all fun and energetic, and they have a great way of making sure you retain information. They have 2 length classes, 5 days/wk, 4wks, or 3 days/wk, 7wks, both are $800 or so. You'll leave with a good starting knowledge base and be very well prepared for the NREMT.
The majority of what you learn as an EMT will be in the field, but a good school makes a world of difference in your preparedness.
Other places to try:
UCLA Daniel Freeman in Inglewood, 5 weeks long full time, $1100 I believe, and also a very well respected program.
Rio Hondo has one I believe that's part time and lasts about a semester if I remember correctly, and would be much less expensive than the two above.
There's gotta be more nearby but nothing comes to mind.