OC Ambulance Drivers/Attendants License

EMTs who are seeking employment as an EMT in Orange County must successfully complete an OCEMS approved EMT Expanded Scope Accreditation course based on the OCEMS Policy 315.00. OCEMS Expanded Scope of Practice Includes:

• Orange County EMS System
• Orange County EMS Policies Regarding Patient Care and Transport
• Endotracheal Tube and Tracheostomy Tube Suctioning
• Glucometer Use
• MDI Assistance
• Auto-Injector
• 12-Lead EKG Placement
• IV Set-Up and Monitoring
• Skills Assessment and Post-test

*Must pass post-test with a score of 80% or better

Course is approximately 5 hours

Tuition Course fee: $85

• You must be 18 years of age before the completion of your course.
• You must have a copy of your High School Diploma, GED Certificate, or Ability to Benefit Test.
• You must have the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare provider CPR card (can be purchased with registration).
• You must acquire the appropriate uniform for class: Uniform shirts are to be purchased through WCEMT; navy EMS pants, black tactical workboots, black belt and black wristwatch can be purchased at any uniform store.
• You must have and bring a copy of your Hepatitis B Vaccination.
• You must have and bring a copy of your Tuberculosis Skin Test (must be within the past 6 months).
• You must be clean shaven, hair must be pulled back away from face.