Becoming an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a healthcare provider who aids in emergency medical situations by evaluating patients’ conditions, recording treatment, and operating ambulances. They serve as the primary emergency responders and serve as the backbone of advanced emergency medical services.

EMT proficiency is generally classified into two levels: Basic EMT and Advanced EMT (also known as EMT Intermediate).

Typical duties of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

• Responding to accident scenes or incidents, evaluating the required level of care, and requesting additional assistance if necessary
• Utilising life-saving techniques such as CPR, wound management, and pain relief
• Transporting patients to medical facilities and delivering care on the way 
• Comprehending any legal ramifications of administering medical care and treatment

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) salary

In Australia, an EMT can earn a base salary of approximately $120,000 or more per year, depending on an individual’s level of experience.* For those residing in New Zealand, a salary of over $85,000 could be expected through our partner, Hato Hone St John*
Sources: *Indeed (April, 2024) and Hato Hone St John (May, 2024)

Become an EMT in Australia – 

In Australia, the HLT41120 – Certificate IV in Health Care will allow you to become an EMT but the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care could give you an edge when applying for roles in the industry. To learn how to become Australia-qualified, click the button below. 

Become an EMT in New Zealand – 

Exclusive to our collaboration with Hato Hone St John and Pro+Med New Zealand Ltd, graduates of the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care offered by APC can obtain a dual-country qualification, opening employment opportunities in vacant EMT positions across New Zealand.

To learn more about each of our Industry Partners in New Zealand, click the respective buttons below.