Rural/Metro - the Premier Medical and Safety Training Providers in Buffalo and Western New York

RM Academy logo Rural/Metro has been providing quality medical education in Western New York for over 30 years. At Rural/Metro Academy, we believe in Learning for Life. Whether you're studying for a course for the first time or are an experienced professional looking to recert, Rural/Metro works with you to ensure you have the education and skills to become successful each day.

Our Academy's programs are taught by experienced educators and practitioners and our students range from physicians, PAs, nurses, NPs, all levels of EMTs and allied health providers, to community organizations and the general public. Programs are available at our Training Center or through our Traveling Classroom, hosted at a location of your choice. We're committed to providing high quality, cost effective educational programs that will exceed your expectations, and endeavor to become your educational provider of choice, truly offering Learning for Life.

Click the links below for more information or to register online. Groups of 10 or more, please call us at 716-882-8400 to receive our group rates.

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

We do not have an EMT course scheduled at this time. Please keep an eye on our website. If we host another program, this is where all the information will be posted.

There are alternatives for EMT Training. NYS has a number of Course Sponsors listed on their website: http://www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/ems/education/course_sponsors/docs/course_sponsors.pdf
You can contact the Course Sponsor directly for their course schedule. Once you obtain your NYS EMT-B certification we would welcome your application for employment. We offer competitive pay and benefits with flexible scheduling as well as career development through our Paramedic Apprentice Program.

EMT-Basic Course Objectives

At the conclusion of the course, the EMT Basic must demonstrate competency in:

Patient assessment
Trauma care
Managing medical emergencies
Utilizing Basic Life Support equipment
CPR
Airway management
Hemorrhage control
Fracture and spinal stabilization
Managing environmental emergencies
Emergency childbirth
Use of a semi-automatic defibrillator

EMT-Basic Position Description

The eligible candidate must at a minimum:

Attend one of the open enrollment sessions
Posses a valid NYS Drivers License with a good driving history
Not convicted of or currently charged with any misdemeanors or felonies
Successfully complete the pre-employment screening process, which consists of drug testing, and background check of both criminal and motor vehicle operation histories.

To successfully complete the NYS approved curriculum, the student must achieve and maintain a passing score on practical and written certification examinations. You must be at least 18 years of age. Have the ability to communicate verbally; via telephone and radio equipment; ability to lift, carry, and balance up to 125 pounds (250 with assistance); ability to sit stand and crawl, ability to interpret written, oral and diagnostic form instructions; ability to use good judgment and remain calm in high-stress situations; ability to be unaffected by loud noises and flashing lights; ability to function efficiently throughout an entire work shift without interruption, ability to read English language manuals and road maps; ability to interview patient, family members, and bystanders; ability to document in writing all relevant information, ability to converse in English with co-workers and hospital staff as to status of patient.

Candidates who successfully complete the EMT training program may also qualify for an employment opportunity with Rural/Metro Medical Services