Lehigh Carbon Community College will hold Emergency Medical Technician training programs for people who are likely to respond to pre-hospital emergencies or those considering a medical career. Minimum age of 16 is required.

Upon successful completion, students 18 years or older will be eligible to test for the National Registry EMT credential.

It is recommended that interested candidates attend the free information sessions for the desired class location.

Acceptance into the EMT program is selective and is based on minimum competency in reading and math assessments conducted at the class site. Additional requirements include the submission of a physician release form and proof of medical insurance.

EMT Basic classes are held at different locations in Lehigh and Schuylkill counties.

Free information sessions will be held at Lehigh Valley Health Network Hospital, at the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing located at 420 S. Jackson St., Pottsville at 7 p.m. Aug. 22 and Aug. 29. The Schuylkill class runs Sunday, Sept. 9 through March 10 at a cost of $1,200.

The Emergency Medicine Institute located at 2100 Mack Boulevard, Allentown, will host free information sessions at 7 p.m. July 11, July 24 and Aug. 2. The EMT Basic class in Lehigh County will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Sept. 4 through Jan. 17.

Preregistration for information sessions is requested.

To register, visit any LCCC campus or contact Registration and Student Records at 610-799-1197 and select “3” when prompted.

For specific dates, times, tuition and payment plan, call 610-799-1574 or email pdonohue@lccc.edu.