Prairie State College is a two-year community college that offers a diverse array of educational opportunities including associate degrees, technical and career certificates, and continuing education programs. The college is dedicated to providing students with the means to achieve their academic and professional aspirations through quality instruction and support services.
Location
Chicago Heights, IL
Phone
708-709-3500
info@prairiestate.edu
Prairie State College is a two-year community college that offers a diverse array of educational opportunities including associate degrees, technical and career certificates, and continuing education programs. The college is dedicated to providing students with the means to achieve their academic and professional aspirations through quality instruction and support services.
Location
Chicago Heights, IL
Phone
708-709-3500
info@prairiestate.edu
Choose from available first responder training programs.
The EMT program at Prairie State College equips students with essential skills for emergency medical care in pre-hospital environments. Students are trained in handling cardiac arrests, fractures, and childbirth, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. On completion, students are eligible for the state or national EMT certification exam, marking a vital step in entering emergency medical services and gaining employment in healthcare.
The EMT program at Prairie State College equips students with essential skills for emergency medical care in pre-hospital environments. Students are trained in handling cardiac arrests, fractures, and childbirth, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. On completion, students are eligible for the state or national EMT certification exam, marking a vital step in entering emergency medical services and gaining employment in healthcare.
Prairie State College's Fire Science Technology program includes degrees and certificates to prepare students for positions such as volunteer, part-time, and full-time firefighters. Students learn firefighting operations, safety procedures, and certification preparation for careers in municipal fire departments. The program includes hands-on training to meet state and regulatory standards for career progression in the fire services industry.
Prairie State College's Fire Science Technology program includes degrees and certificates to prepare students for positions such as volunteer, part-time, and full-time firefighters. Students learn firefighting operations, safety procedures, and certification preparation for careers in municipal fire departments. The program includes hands-on training to meet state and regulatory standards for career progression in the fire services industry.
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