University of Colorado System
Become an EMT Specialization
University of Colorado System

Become an EMT Specialization

EMT Medical and Trauma Emergency Care. Gain the skills needed to provide first responder emergency medical care

Whitney Barrett, MD
Angela Wright, MD
Arthur Pliaconis

Instructors: Whitney Barrett, MD

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(1,626 reviews)

Beginner level
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2 months
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Learn at your own pace

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