EMT Skills Week – North American Rescue Training and Education (NAR-T)

Location: Greer, SC | Class Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

ENROLLMENT KEY: EMTSkills

Course Overview

Congratulations on completing the didactic portion of your EMT training! Now it’s time to bring your knowledge to life with hands-on experience during the In-Person EMT Skills Week offered by North American Rescue Training and Education (NAR-T).

This 5-day (Monday-Friday) course is designed to help you master the essential psychomotor skills of an EMT, earn your Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and prepare for the EMT Psychomotor Exam. You’ll also participate in a clinical rotation, gaining real-world experience with a local fire department or EMS agency through North American Rescue. 

This course is part of NAR-T’s nationally recognized Initial EMT Training program, and it’s built to help you confidently enter the workforce in Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Perform key EMT psychomotor skills with confidence

• Complete and earn your BLS certification

• Demonstrate medical and trauma assessment proficiency

• Pass the EMT Psychomotor Exam

• Participate in a clinical ride-along

Requirements to Attend

You must complete the following before attending EMT Skills Week:

• 100% of your online EMT module course

• Create your NREMT Application

• Create your ImageTrend License Account

• Complete NAR-T Clinical Observation Module

Additional Clinical Requirements

If participating in the NAR-provided clinical ride-along, you must also submit (at least 14 days prior):

• Physical exam documentation

• Proof of MMR, PPD, Hepatitis B, and Tetanus vaccinations

• Background check (included with tuition)

If you are arranging your own clinical ride-along through your agency, you are exempt from the above compliance documentation.

Course Structure

This course takes place over five days, with each day focused on a key component of EMT training.

Day 1: BLS Certification & Orientation

• Complete the American Heart Association BLS Certification

• Orientation to the skills lab environment and course expectations

Days 2–3: Hands-On Skills Practice/Clinical Ride-Along

• Small group instruction on core EMT skills

• Practice trauma and medical assessments

• Receive real-time instructor feedback to improve performance

Day 4: Hands-On Skills Practice/Clinical Ride-Along

• Small group instruction on core EMT skills

• Practice trauma and medical assessments

• Receive real-time instructor feedback to improve performance

Day 5: EMT Psychomotor Examination

• Complete the NREMT Psychomotor Skills Exam

• Final skill station testing and instructor evaluations

Key Course Features

• State-of-the-Art Facility: Train at NAR-T’s modern training center in Greer, SC

• Expert Instructors: Learn from seasoned EMS professionals

• Monthly Sessions: Courses held every other month except December

• Flexible Clinical Scheduling: Ride-alongs typically scheduled on weekends

Tuition Includes

• 5 days of in-person EMT skills instruction

• BLS certification

• EMT psychomotor exam

• Clinical ride-along

Note: Tuition must be paid in full prior to attending. Travel expenses are not included.

Assessment and Certification

Your progress will be evaluated through:

• Daily hands-on skill performance

• Completion of BLS certification

• EMT Psychomotor Exam

• Observation and participation during your clinical ride-along

Upon successful completion, you’ll be ready to sit for the National Registry EMT Cognitive Exam and begin your EMS career with confidence.

Training Location

North American Rescue - Education and Training
54 Tedwall Ct, Greer, SC 29650

Dress Code

• Closed-toe shoes required

• No offensive or inappropriate language/images on clothing

• Be prepared for potential exposure to simulated fluids (wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty)

Ready to Complete Your EMT Journey?

Take the final step toward earning your EMT certification with NAR-T’s In-Person EMT Skills Week.

For questions or help enrolling, contact:
Student Support
Phone: (888) 374-7808

Join us today to gain the practical experience and confidence you need to launch your career in Emergency Medical Services!