To be considered for admission to the NYU Langone Health Emergency Medical Technician Program, applicants must submit a completed application as well as meet the following criteria:

• As per New York State Department of Health (NYS-DOH) rules and regulations, candidates must be a minimum of 17 years of age by the last day of the month in which the course ends.
• Students must provide a government-issued photo ID such as a valid driver’s license, state-issued identification card, green card, or valid passport.
• Students must have English comprehension at a high school reading level and ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Criminal Convictions Policy

In accordance with the provisions of the State Emergency Medical Services Code, 10 NYCRR Part 800, applicants for EMS certification or recertification must not have been convicted of certain misdemeanors or felonies. The Department of Health will review all criminal convictions from any federal, military, state, and/or local jurisdiction to determine if such convictions fall within the scope of those specified in Part 800. If the applicant has been convicted of one or more criminal offenses, the Department of Health will consider the eight factors listed under New York State Corrections Law, Section 753, to determine if the applicant represents an unreasonable risk to property or the safety or welfare of the general public.

Certain Family Court or other designated governmental agency findings are also subject to review by the Department of Health. If an applicant is unsure of the status of any court proceeding, they should not sign the “Applications for Emergency Services Certification” (DOH-65).

The regulation does not prevent a candidate with a criminal conviction from attending and completing all of the requirements of an Emergency Medical Services course; however, it may prevent the candidate from becoming certified in New York State until NYS-DOH has reviewed the circumstances of the conviction(s) and made a determination that the candidate does not demonstrate a risk or danger to patients. If NYS-DOH makes such a determination, the candidate will be eligible to take the New York State Practical and Written Certification Examinations, if otherwise qualified. All candidates should be fully informed of these requirements by the certified instructor coordinator at the beginning of the course.

Candidates will not be permitted to take the New York State Practical Examination until the background review and investigation is completed and a determination is made in writing from the NYS-DOH Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems.

Additional Criteria

Applicants should possess manual dexterity and the ability to lift, carry, and balance patients and patient care equipment, in addition to good communication skills.

Applicants who meet the above criteria will be called in for a formal interview with the admissions committee before final consideration of admission. You must obtain medical clearance, which includes proof of certain vaccination/titers before you can begin our program.

Program Costs

Approved students will be provided a tuition-waivered course. Students are responsible for an approximately $25.00 fee to register for the NYS-DOH Written Certifying Examination. Student uniforms, textbooks, and equipment will be supplied by NYU Langone Health.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other factor that cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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