ARIZONA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT HEALTHCARE TEAMS

The Emergency Room Technology program equips students with the knowledge and clinical skills needed to support healthcare teams in hospital emergency departments. The program emphasizes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, vital sign measurement, infection control, basic pharmacology, and emergency care procedures commonly encountered in the ER. Students also practice hands-on skills such as CPR, wound care, splinting, and assisting with trauma and medical emergencies in simulated clinical settings. Professional expectations, including communication, teamwork, stress management, and ethical decision-making, are integrated throughout the program. Students are ready to pursue careers in fast-paced hospital environments.

CAREER PATHWAYS

Completion of this specialized Emergency Room training program prepares students to begin careers as emergency room technicians, patient care technicians, or unit clerks in hospital and urgent care settings. This program also builds a strong foundation for students to advance into nursing, paramedicine, radiology, respiratory therapy, or other allied health professions through additional post-secondary education and training. Skills gained in the program, such as patient monitoring, basic emergency procedures, and professional communication, transfer directly into broader healthcare careers, making this program a top choice for career-focused students.

Industry-Recognized Certifications

Graduates of this Emergency Room Technology program are prepared to take several certification exams required for employment in hospital settings. West-MEC provides the specialized emergency room technology training needed to pursue these high-value credentials:

• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) – National Healthcareer Association
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
• EKG/ECG (Electrocardiogram)

High School Credits Information for ER Technology Training Program

Students completing this program will earn the following:

• High School - 3 elective credits (1.5 elective credits per semester)
• This program satisfies the Arizona State University admissions requirements. (AZ Board of Regents CTE/Fine Arts credit)

Emergency Room Technology Training Program Prerequisites for Enrollment

West-MEC’s emergency room technology training program requires a strong academic foundation. Students must meet all requirements due to clinical agency demands (no immunization exemptions can be granted).