Programs
4Front Emergency Training Center delivers structured EMT and AEMT education aligned with national standards and Utah regulatory requirements. Each program integrates classroom instruction, scenario-based learning, and hands-on skills development to prepare students for certification and real-world patient care.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Approximate Total Instructional Hours: ~135 hours
The EMT program prepares students to provide emergency medical care at the basic life support (BLS) level in prehospital environments.
Instruction includes:
- Patient assessment and clinical decision-making
- Airway management and ventilation
- CPR and AED integration
- Medical emergency management
- Trauma assessment and stabilization
- Shock and hemorrhage control
- Obstetrics and neonatal care
- EMS operations and incident management
- Professional communication and documentation
Choose Your EMT Format
Hero Forge
Structured. Accelerated. In-person.
Hero Forge is our in-person EMT format for students who want a fixed schedule, direct instructor guidance, and integrated didactic and skills progression.
- Summer session runs June 15 to August 12, 2026
- AM cohort: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday skills, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- PM cohort: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday skills, 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday skills dates: June 26, July 10, July 17, and July 31
- AM cohort students attend AM skills sessions only
- PM cohort students attend PM skills sessions only
- $300 non-refundable deposit to hold your seat
- $950 remaining balance due three days before the start of the cohort
Hero Evolution
Flexible start. Progressive skill development.
Hero Evolution is our self-paced EMT format for students who need flexibility but can stay disciplined and keep coursework aligned with rotating skills blocks.
- Cohort starts: June 1, June 29, July 27, and August 31, 2026
- Includes Pearson online learning platform and eText
- There are 8 required skills blocks to complete the course
- Skills blocks may be taken out of sequence based on start date and availability
- Students must complete the corresponding didactic material before attending each block
- Up to 6 months to complete didactic coursework
- Skills must begin within 60 days of completing coursework
- $300 non-refundable deposit to hold your seat
- $1,400 remaining balance due three days before the start of the cohort
Both formats meet the same standards and prepare students for NREMT certification and Utah state EMT licensure.
Standards and Compliance
- The National EMS Education Standards
- NREMT cognitive and psychomotor competency requirements
- Utah Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (BEMS) policies and procedural requirements
Successful completion prepares students to apply for NREMT certification and Utah state EMT licensure.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
Approximate Total Instructional Hours: ~170 hours
The AEMT program builds upon EMT foundations and expands clinical capability at the advanced life support (ALS) level. Designed for certified EMTs seeking expanded scope of practice and advanced patient care skills.
Expanded Clinical Focus
- Advanced airway management
- Intravenous (IV) access and fluid therapy
- Intraosseous (IO) access
- Advanced pharmacology
- Medication administration within scope
- Advanced patient assessment
- Cardiac monitoring concepts
- Medical and trauma management at the AEMT level
- Team-based scene leadership
Instructional Model
- Structured classroom education
- Hands-on laboratory training
- Medication simulation
- Scenario integration
- Skills competency verification
- Written and psychomotor evaluations
Standards and Compliance
- National EMS Education Standards for the AEMT level
- NREMT advanced cognitive and psychomotor requirements
- Utah BEMS policies, scope-of-practice guidelines, and program requirements
Completion prepares students for NREMT AEMT certification and Utah state AEMT licensure.
Instructional Philosophy
At 4Front, education is not passive. We train for competence, not just completion.
- Engage actively in lecture and discussion
- Participate in hands-on training
- Demonstrate skill proficiency
- Maintain professional conduct
- Accept constructive feedback
Ready to Begin?
Whether you are starting your EMS career or advancing your scope of practice, 4Front provides structured, high-standard training designed for real-world readiness.