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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

This course is offered by Trident Technical College and Lowcountry Regional EMS Council several times throughout the year.

A candidate must be at least 18 years old by the completion of the course and have a high school diploma or GED.
Classes are usually held twice a week at night, from 6pm to 10pm.
Contact Trident Technical College or Lowcountry Regional EMS Council for more information about certificate EMT programs.

Paramedic

Trident Technical College offers an Associate Degree program for completing your paramedic certification. Lowcountry Regional EMS Council offers a paramedic certificate program for those already certified as an emergency medical technician (EMT).

Monthly In-Service Program

Charleston County offers a comprehensive In-Service Training program aimed at providing continuing education opportunities for employees to maintain various certification levels. Employees are paid for all time dedicated to this training and are required to attend each month.

Reciprocity

Reciprocity for out of state applicants is available from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) provided the applicant has current National Registry certification with at least six months remaining on the certification. All applicants requesting reciprocity must show proof that their certification training meets South Carolina minimum standards. Charleston County EMS does not recognize "Provisional" status certifications.

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