Initial EMT In-Person Skills | Hayden, ID

Our EMT Skills Week sessions are an intensive, hands-on component of your Emergency Medical Technician training, designed to prepare students for the real-world medical emergencies they will encounter in the field. This immersive session runs from Monday, May 18th, through Thursday, May 21st, 2026.

Throughout the week, students participate in practical exercises and scenario-based training that build essential foundational EMS skills. From CPR and wound care to patient assessments and emergency response strategies, learners gain the confidence and competence required for entry-level EMS practice.

Led by experienced instructors, each skills station includes personalized guidance, real-time feedback, and multiple opportunities to practice. Students will work through realistic simulations that mirror actual EMS calls, strengthening both clinical skills and situational decision-making. This supportive, collaborative environment helps prepare learners for NREMT psychomotor testing and field readiness.

Skills Sessions Offered Include:

• Oxygen Administration
• BVM Ventilations
• Patient Assessments
• Long Bone, Joint, and Spinal Immobilization
• Bleeding Control & Shock Management
• Blood Pressure, Pulse, and Respiratory Assessment
• Medication Administration
• CPR Certification
• Basic Vital Signs
• OBGYN Considerations
• Trauma Assessments & Mechanism of Injury
• Documentation & Radio Reports

Optional Skills Sessions:

• 12-Lead Placement
• ALS Integrations
• Supraglottic Airways
• Operations
• CPAP
• EMS Provider Mental Health
• Active Shooter Response

By the end of the skills week, students will have practiced and demonstrated core EMT competencies and will be fully prepared for the NREMT exam and the real-world responsibilities of an EMS provider.