What is the EMT Pretest?
Beginning winter quarter 2008, EMT program registration requires a pretest, application materials and instructor permission. Students must pass the pretest with 70% or better to enroll.
- This is the same test that is used at other King County training sites and covers advanced first aid and CPR.
- The test has 50 questions, and applicants have 30 minutes to answer questions. (K. Urick 12.17.07)
How do I prepare for the EMT Pretest?
Most Emergency Responder Handbooks or Advanced First-Aid Study Guides will provide preparation for this exam. The American Red Cross Emergency Response handbook has been reccommended as a good study guide and may be purchased at American Red Cross.
How do I make an appointment to take the Pretest?
- An appointments is required to take the EMT Pretest.
- You may make an appointment to test by dropping by W204, calling the Assessment Center at 425-739-8115 or emailing us at assessmentstaff@lwtc.edu
- There will be no summer EMT program in 2008, However, you may test starting now for the fall EMT program.
- You may schedule an exam on Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays – with appointment times available each ½ hour starting at 8:00am and the last appointment at 3:00pm.
- Please come to the Assessment Center in W204 at least 10 minutes prior to your appointed test time to complete sign-in procedures.
Is There a Testing Fee for the EMT Pretest?
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There will be no charge to take the EMT pretest during spring quarter 2008.
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Starting July 1, 2008, there will be a $15 test fee.
What Do I Need to Bring on the Day of the EMT Pretest?
- Government issued photo identification such as a driver's license or passport is required.
- An LWTC Student ID number (available in Enrollment Services, W201)
- A Scantron answer card for the test (available in the LWTC Bookstore)
- The Assessment Center provides pencils and scratch paper.
May I Retake the Exam to Improve My Score?
- Applicants may take the EMT Pretest once per quarter.
- Retaking the exam for admission to the EMT program within a single quarter is not permitted.
- Exam results are valid for one quarter's admission only.
Where Can I find Additional information on the EMT Program ?
Assessment
