EMS Training & Certification

Professional Emergency Medical Services courses for healthcare providers and individuals seeking certification in Boys Town, NE.

Enrollment Information

Contact Danie Jensen to register: 531-355-1147.

Boys Town Fire & Rescue offers Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and CPR training to local individuals. Courses are available in both in-person and online formats. Please review the requirements below before registering.

  • You must meet all class prerequisites before enrolling.
  • Registration must be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the course start date.
  • Course cost does not include required textbooks.
  • Job placement assistance is not available through this program.
EMS training participants practicing skills during a hands-on certification course
Hands-on training ensures competency for real-world emergency response.

Available Courses

Nine courses available — from initial certifications to continuing education.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

A comprehensive foundational course covering medical-legal aspects, anatomy and physiology, airway management, patient assessment, trauma care, medical emergencies, IV maintenance, bleeding control, obstetrical emergencies, pediatrics, ambulance operations, and hazardous materials awareness. Includes access to Fisdap assessment tools.

EMT Online Refresher

Designed to review previously learned material, this course supports certified EMTs in maintaining provider competence and renewing their certifications. Completed entirely online at your own pace.

Initial / Renewal CPR for Healthcare Providers

Covers recognition and response to cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, foreign-body airway obstruction, and symptoms of heart attack and stroke. Includes training on the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Available for initial certification and renewal.

EMT IV

Focused instruction on intravenous (IV) access techniques, infusion complications, IV flow rate calculation, infection control protocols, proper documentation, and IV procedures. Designed to enhance the clinical skill set of certified EMTs.

Initial / Renewal Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Reviews cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, stroke, and hypothermia management. Covers rhythm recognition, cardiac monitoring, electrical therapy modalities, and advanced airway management skills. Satisfies ALS recertification requirements.

Initial / Renewal Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Focuses on pediatric emergencies including cardiac arrest and respiratory arrest. Covers pediatric-specific rhythm recognition, advanced airway management, and age-appropriate treatment protocols. Available for initial certification and renewal.

RN / LPN to EMT Bridge

This 40-hour course is designed specifically for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who wish to bridge their nursing credentials to EMT certification, leveraging existing clinical knowledge and skills.

EMS Instructor

A 40-hour program preparing experienced EMS professionals to become certified instructors. Topics include instructor roles, learning styles, educational methods, evaluation strategies, communication techniques, motivation, and cultural awareness.

2-Hour Continuing Education Session

This 2-hour session is designed for healthcare providers at any level seeking to refresh core knowledge and practical skills. An accessible, flexible option for meeting continuing education requirements.

Register or Ask a Question

Contact Danie Jensen to check upcoming course dates, confirm prerequisites, and complete your enrollment.

  • Contact PersonDanie Jensen, Deputy Chief
  • Address
    242 Monsky Dr, Boys Town, NE 68010

Registration Deadline: You must be enrolled no later than two weeks prior to the course start date. Course fees do not include required textbooks. Job placement assistance is not offered.