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Fall Registration Begins June 16

EMT Basic Compliance Requirements

Have every item below finished before classes begin or no later than the end of Week 2. Extensions are not granted.

HLTH 1001 or HLTH 1003

Required on your transcript:

  • HLTH 1001: BLS Provider CPR, Fire Safety, Blood-borne Pathogens, HIPAA, Infection Control
  • HLTH 1003: All HLTH 1001 topics plus First Aid

Identify your situation and act accordingly:

  • Never completed the course: Finish HLTH 1001 or HLTH 1003 by the end of Week 2.
  • Course completed, CPR current through the term, other certificates expired: Renew missing certificates through the Clinical Compliance Renewal Course.
  • Course completed, CPR and all certificates still current: Request Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) through the Records Office.

Immunization Requirements

Start gathering records or scheduling shots before the program; some titer results take up to 20 days. Compliance periods are short, and no extensions are offered.

Notes

  • A titer is a blood draw that proves immunity.
  • Shot records must show the exact month, day, and year you received each vaccine.

Vaccines and Tests

  • Tdap: One dose within the past 10 years.
  • Tuberculosis (TB) screening: Annual requirement. Choose either a two-step skin test or a TB-Gold blood draw.
    • If you have a previous positive result, submit your chest-x-ray report.
    • Avoid starting a skin test on Thursday; it must be read 48-72 hours later, and most clinics close on weekends.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): Two-shot series; the first dose is enough to begin clinicals. If unsure of status, draw a titer first.
  • Varicella (Chickenpox): Two-shot series; the first dose is enough to begin clinicals. If unsure, draw a titer first.
  • Hepatitis B: Three-shot series; the first dose is enough to begin clinicals. If unsure, draw a titer first.
  • Influenza: Required only in Fall and Spring terms. Wait until at least the first week of September unless directed otherwise by your clinical instructor.
  • Hepatitis A: Strongly recommended, not required.
  • Pneumococcal (Pneumonia): Strongly recommended, especially for students older than 50.

Class Visit Form

Watch your CNM email during Weeks 1-2 for an electronic form from the Clinical Compliance office. Submit it promptly so your New Mexico Department of Health background check can clear on time.

Drug Screen

Complete the screen within the first two weeks. Paperwork and collection-site details are provided in EMS 1190 – EMT Clinical.

The EMS program drug-tests at every skill level. Discontinue all intoxicating substances at least three months before entry (clearance time varies by individual) and remain drug-free throughout your EMS career.

Uniform and Equipment

  • Arrive in full uniform on the first day. Purchase items at the CNM Bookstore.
    • EMS Basic: two tops and one pair of pants
    • EMS Intermediate: two tops and one pair of pants
    • EMS Paramedic: three tops and one pair of pants
  • Pick up the EMS Student Kit and label every item so it does not get lost.

Resources

Questions? Contact the BLS/ILS Coordinator or the Program Director.