Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Who can take the Texas EMT Course:
A candidate for emergency medical services (EMS) certification shall:
(1) be at least 18 years of age;
(2) have a high school diploma or GED certificate
Program Overview:
The online EMT program equips you for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam and a dynamic career as an EMT.
Approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), this program meets the state’s licensure requirements.
The EMT program includes three key components: online coursework, a hands-on Skills Lab, and clinical/field experiences, both of which must be completed in person.
To learn more about the requirements for becoming an EMT in Texas, visit the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) website.
Online Information:
Online learning environment focuses on content mastery rather than class time.
Our courses utilize adaptive learning technologies to assess your existing knowledge and provide additional support where needed, allowing you to progress at your own pace and spend more time on challenging areas.
The EMT course’s online content must be completed within the allotted time, though many students finish sooner. Success in this online course requires motivation and want of the student.
This course is rigorous and will challenge you, but support is available if you need it. You can schedule online tutoring sessions with instructors for extra help. To prepare you for the NREMT Cognitive Examination, we offer multiple opportunities to take out mock exams that predict your success on the National Registry Exam.
These practice exams will help build your confidence.
All you need to get started is a laptop, tablet, or smartphone with internet access. Sorry no chrome books as it will not work with the LMS.
Skills Information:
In the hands-on Skills Lab, you will practice, receive feedback on, and demonstrate your EMT psychomotor skills. You will also have access to our video-based skills training library, online resources, and experienced EMT instructors to help build your confidence.
To complete this part of the program, you must attend a Skills Lab conducted by Ruiz Training Center certified EMS Instructors.
Clinical and Field Internships
You’ll participate in Clinical Experiences and Field Experiences at an EMS organization and affiliate hospitals in Texas. During this phase of the program, you’ll gain hands-on experience and have an opportunity to put your skills into practice through real patient contact, while guided by experienced EMS and medical personnel.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
Who can take the Texas AEMT Course:
Any Texas Certified EMT or active NREMT EMT certification.
Program Overview:
The online AEMT program equips you for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam and a dynamic career as an AEMT.
Approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), this program meets the state’s licensure requirements.
The AEMT program includes three key components: online coursework, a hands-on Skills Lab, and clinical/field experiences, both of which must be completed in person.
Online Information:
Online learning environment focuses on content mastery rather than class time.
Our courses utilize adaptive learning technologies to assess your existing knowledge and provide additional support where needed, allowing you to progress at your own pace and spend more time on challenging areas.
The AEMT course’s online content must be completed within the allotted time, though many students finish sooner. Success in this online course requires motivation and want of the student.
This course is rigorous and will challenge you, but support is available if you need it. You can schedule online tutoring sessions with instructors for extra help. To prepare you for the NREMT Cognitive Examination, we offer multiple opportunities to take out mock exams that predict your success on the National Registry Exam.
These practice exams will help build your confidence.
All you need to get started is a laptop, tablet, or smartphone with internet access. Sorry no chrome books as it will not work with the LMS.
Skills Information:
In the hands-on Skills Lab, you will practice, receive feedback on, and demonstrate your AEMT psychomotor skills. You will also have access to our video-based skills training library, online resources, and experienced AEMT and Paramedic instructors to help build your confidence.
To complete this part of the program, you must attend a Skills Lab conducted by Ruiz Training Center certified EMS Instructors.
Clinical and Field Internships
You’ll participate in Clinical Experiences and Field Experiences at an EMS organization and affiliate hospitals in Texas. During this phase of the program, you’ll gain hands-on experience and have an opportunity to put your skills into practice through real patient contact, while guided by experienced EMS and medical personnel.
Emergency Medical Responder(EMR)
Who can take the Texas EMR Course:
A candidate for emergency medical services (EMS) certification shall:
(1) be at least 18 years of age;
(2) have a high school diploma or GED certificate
Program Overview:
The online EMR program equips you for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam and a dynamic career as an EMR.
Approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), this program meets the state’s licensure requirements.
The EMR program includes two key components: online coursework, and a hands-on Skills Lab which must be completed in person.
To learn more about the requirements for becoming an EMR in Texas, visit the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) website.
Online Information:
Online learning environment focuses on content mastery rather than class time.
Our courses utilize adaptive learning technologies to assess your existing knowledge and provide additional support where needed, allowing you to progress at your own pace and spend more time on challenging areas.
The EMR course’s online content must be completed within the allotted time, though many students finish sooner. Success in this online course requires motivation and want of the student.
This course is rigorous and will challenge you, but support is available if you need it. You can schedule online tutoring sessions with instructors for extra help. To prepare you for the NREMT Cognitive Examination, we offer multiple opportunities to take out mock exams that predict your success on the National Registry Exam. These practice exams will help build your confidence.
All you need to get started is a laptop, tablet, or smartphone with internet access. Sorry no chrome books as it will not work with the LMS.
Skills Information:
In the hands-on Skills Lab, you will practice, receive feedback on, and demonstrate your EMR psychomotor skills. You will also have access to our video-based skills training library, online resources, and experienced EMT instructors to help build your confidence.
To complete this part of the program, you must attend a Skills Lab conducted by Ruiz Training Center certified EMS Instructors.
Texas
Emergency Medical Service Instructor Course.
This comprehensive, self-paced online course is designed for EMS professionals seeking to teach Continuing Education (CE) or initial EMS training. Approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS), this course fulfills the requirements for EMS instructor certification in Texas and may also meet the needs of non-Texas professionals depending on individual state regulations.
Course Overview
-Duration: 12-16 weeks (self-paced)
-Maximum Completion Time: 4 months (No extensions will be granted)
-Estimated Completion Time: 48 hours (varies by student)
-Format: Online, asynchronous (no live classes, weekly assignments required)
-Cost: $250 (does not include course textbook)
What You Will Learn Students will gain skills in:
- Designing effective quizzes and exam materials
- Developing informative and engaging presentations
- Applying adult learning principles to enhance instruction
- Utilizing classroom strategies to elevate course delivery
This program meets or exceeds requirements outlined in:
- National EMS Educational Standards / Instructional Guidelines
- EMS Education Agenda for the Future
- 2002 DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Curriculum
It is also accepted as a 40-hour "Adult Methods of Teaching" course, which may be valid in other disciplines or states (with approval).
Note for Out-of-State Students: Please consult your state EMS agency to verify acceptance of this program.
Course Completion:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion and may apply for:
- TDSHS EMS Instructor Certification (Texas)
- Out-of-state Primary Instructor reciprocity (where accepted)
Prerequisites To enroll, applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old before completing the course
- Hold a high school diploma or GED
Technical Requirements
- A Windows or Apple-based computer
- Supported browsers: Firefox 4+, Internet Explorer 8+, Safari 5+, Chrome 11+, Opera 9+
- A Gmail account (required)
- Internet access and video camera (for final project)
Final Projects
1. Live Course Presentation: Deliver a one-hour EMS or related discipline CE course (50 minutes instruction + 10 minutes evaluation).
2. Skills Project: Teach, test, and critique a mock student.
3. Self-Evaluation: Submit a 750-1,000-word critique of your own teaching performance.