How to Become an EMT in Louisiana with RC Health Services
If you're in Louisiana and aspiring to become an EMT, RC Health Services EMS Academy offers a flexible and convenient path to achieve your National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification. As a top provider of EMS training in the U.S., we combine online EMT classes with hands-on skills training, ensuring you receive the knowledge and experience necessary to launch your career with confidence.
Our Harahan, LA location, at 824 Elmwood Park Blvd, Ste 230, Harahan, LA 70123, serves as the nearest training center for students throughout Louisiana, including major cities such as New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, and Lake Charles.
Since our founding in 2010, RC Health Services has earned a reputation for delivering high-quality EMT education. Our program is tailored to fit your busy schedule, offering the flexibility of online learning along with in-person skills training at our Harahan office. This hybrid model ensures that you gain both the essential theoretical knowledge and the practical, hands-on experience required to excel in emergency medical services.
Our team of experienced EMTs and paramedics brings years of real-world expertise to the classroom, providing students with some of the best training in the industry. Whether you're in New Orleans, Alexandria, Monroe, or Houma, you can complete your online coursework from home and attend a hands-on training session at our state-of-the-art Harahan facility.
Take the first step toward becoming a certified EMT in Louisiana today. RC Health Services is dedicated to providing you with the skills, knowledge, and support you need to pass the NREMT exam and start a successful career in emergency medical services. Enroll in our online EMT program and complete your hands-on training at our Harahan, LA location — the most accessible option for residents across Louisiana!
What is EMT-Basic course?
The EMT-Basic course is designed to train individuals in the skills and knowledge necessary to complete the National Registry EMT examination and achieve certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.
- Complete the didactic portion at your own pace.
- Learn valuable, life-saving skills with experienced EMS professionals.
- Gain real-world, hands-on clinical experience.
How does it work?
Complete the Didactic Portion Online
Work at your own pace! Students have six months from the day they start to complete all aspects of the course. The program requires 140 hours to complete the online didactic portion.
Complete the Hands-On Skills Days
Students will complete two skills practice days and at least one National Registry Skills Testing Day. These days are scheduled in advance to accommodate students' schedules.
Complete the Clinical Rotations
RC Health Services provides clinical rotations through several major hospitals and municipal 911 EMS agencies across the United States. Students will complete 48 hours of EMS time with at least six patient transports and 24 hours in an emergency department.
How Do I Become an EMT in Louisiana?
Enrollment is simple! Follow these steps:
Step 1
Complete the program application online.
Step 2
Submit a scanned copy of your government-issued photo ID.
Step 3
Make the tuition payment.

Why Choose RC Health Services?
RC Health Services is dedicated to training highly skilled and knowledgeable EMTs who are "street ready" to meet the growing demand in healthcare.
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Tuition
Total Tuition Includes:
- eBook and audiobook
- BLS for Healthcare Provider class
- Clinical rotation fees
- Criminal background check
- Drug screen (completed within 30 days of clinical orientation)
- Clinical ID badge
- Liability insurance
Before Clinical Rotations, You Must Submit:
- A medical history and physical form completed by your physician or clinic.
- Copies of proof of the required immunizations.
- Other forms required, provided upon enrollment.
Payment Plan Available!
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LOUISIANA TRAINING CENTER
824 Elmwood Park Blvd, Ste 230 Harahan, LA. 70123