GREATER NEW BEDFORD

VOC-TECH INSTITUTE

NEW Post-Secondary Program in Marine Trades

License Certifications

Career Training

Enrichment Courses

… and much, much more

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Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical Institute | 1121 Ashley Boulevard, New Bedford, MA 02745

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There is absolutely NO SMOKING anywhere on campus.

Parking is allowed in the main parking lots or designated shop areas. Automobiles which are illegally parked will be tagged and brought to the attention of the police.

When GNB Voc-Tech day school has been cancelled for inclement weather, evening school classes ARE NOT automatically cancelled. A separate decision will be made and announced. Check the Website at www.gnbvt.edu/vti or check us out on Facebook for snow cancellations. You may also call the school at 508 -998-3321 ext. 195 or listen to radio stations WBSM, WNBH, or WSAR for further information. Make-up classes will be scheduled at the discretion of the Institute Director.

At the conclusion of each non -license class, students will be given a certificate in their respective programs if they have attended 75% of the required class.

It is a school policy that no one is allowed into the building or any of the classrooms at any time unless they are a GNBVTI stu-dent.

C.E.U.’s and P.D.P.’s are available upon request for some courses.

Course instructors are subject to change.

Students may now register online through www.gnbvt.edu/vti and pay with a credit or debit card.

Registration is open to all, regardless of where they reside.

District price is for the residents of Dartmouth, Fairhaven & New Bedford. PROOF OF RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Classes operate on a Trimester System. Classes generally run for 8 weeks from 6:30- 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday un-less otherwise stated.

Tuition will be returned if it is impossible to conduct a course or the student decides to drop out of a planned course before it begins.

Senior Citizens (60 or over) will receive a $10.00 discount for all 8 week classes and a $5.00 discount for 4 week classes.

Qualified individuals with disabilities seeking reasonable accommodations are requested to contact the Institute Director at the time of registration.

Students must be 18 or older and not currently a high school student to take a course or be in the classroom during instruction.

Make checks payable to: G N B V T I

Due to scheduling constraints, make-up classes and specific class dates may be

scheduled to a different evening at the discretion of the Instructor. Days missed due

to inclement weather will be made up if possible.

Registration Information General Information

Payments accepted by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard and AMEX

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Registered Training Provider through the Department of Career Services Chapter 74 Approved Vocational Technical Programs New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Approved School by the MA Board of Building Regulations and Standards Approved School by the MA State Board of Electrical Examiners Approved School by Commonwealth of MA Division Professional Licensure for

Plumbers & Gas Fitters Approved training courses by the MA Division of Employment and Training and

MA Rehabilitation Commission, US Department of Veteran Affairs Approved School by Commonwealth of MA Steam Engineering License Renewal

Provider Approved School by Commonwealth of MA - for Continuing Education for Build-

ing Official Certification Approved OSHA Training Facility Member of Massachusetts Restaurant Association for NRA ServSafe Certification Approved Program for EPA—Section 608 Certification and Universal R -410A Approved testing site of the ASPT (Certified EKG Technician Exam)

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, dis-ability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, homelessness, or immigra-tion or veteran status in its education programs and activities, including admission to or employment in such programs or activities. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the Title IX coordinators or the U.S. Department of Ed. Office for Civil Rights.

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MARINE TRADES ................................ ........... 5

LICENSE TRADES

Electrical ................................ ...................... 6 Plumbing ................................ ...................... 6 Steam Engineering ................................ ........ 7 Medical ........................................................ 7 Carpentry ................................ ..................... 8

NON-LICENSE TRADES

Carpentry ................................ ...................8-9 Computers ................................ ................... 10 Auto ................................ ............................ 11 Machine Shop ................................ .............. 11 Welding ................................ ....................... 12

ENRICHMENT

Languages ................................ ................... 13 Special Interests ................................ .......... 13 Art ................................ .............................. 13 Clothing ................................ ....................... 14 Floral/Gardening ................................ .......... 14 Food ................................ ........................... 15 Health ................................ ......................... 15

New classes and updates may be added before registration. Please check our website at www.gnbvt.edu/vti

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Marine Technology

Marine Electronic Systems and Maintenance and Lab

Marine Boat Building, Repair

Trailer Maintenance

Inboard and Stern Drive Maintenance

Rigging and Predelivery Inspection

Customer Service and ABYC Advisor Standards

Instructor: John Bernier

Post-Secondary Certificate Program

Limited Seats

Available

Marine Technology

Fundamentals of Marine Technology

Marine Engine Theory and Maintenance and Lab

Marine Boat Handling and Shop Safety

Instructor: John Bernier

Marine Technology

Marine Electrical System Theory and Maintenance and Lab

Marine Plumbing and Welding and Lab

Instructor: John Bernier

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Industrial/Municipal Wastewater Training

Instructor: Vinny Furtado

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IAPMO MA Licensed Plumbers & Gas Fitters Session #12 License Renewal Course PL-07A - Gas Fitters (3 Hours) Price: $60.00*

PL-07B - Plumbers (6 Hours) Price: $100.00*

PL-01, PL-02, PL-03, PL-04, PL-05

Plumbing Apprenticeship Program

(10 weeks in the Fall and 10 Weeks in the Winter)

Night: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 - 9:30 pm

Instructors: Scott Thibault & Manny Pereira

248 CMR Tier Program for Licensure of Plumbers

Course consists of 110 class hours along with a final exam.

Tier 1 through Tier 5

All students should bring in their own updated code books.

PL-01, PL-02, PL-03, PL-04, and PL-05 will run for 20 weeks

District Price: $750.00 Non-District: $850.00

Electrical

License Trades

Basic Electricity for the Homeowner Instructor: Keith Kearney

The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an

understanding of basic home wiring. Discussed are areas

such as electrical terminology, wire size, splicing, light boxes,

switches and receptacles.

MCE MA Electrical License Renewal Instructor: Dave Bigos

Dates: TBD

JOURNEYMAN/MASTER ELECTRICIAN AND SYSTEM TECH/ SYSTEM CONTRACTOR PREPARATION FOR LICENSE

These courses consist of Two Semesters - Fall & Winter - 28 Weeks

Course Hours Course Hours

EL-J-1A 0-75 HOURS EL-J-1B 75-150 HOURS

EL-J-2A 150-225 HOURS EL-J-2B 225-300 HOURS

EL-J-3A 300-375 HOURS EL-J-3B 375-450 HOURS

EL-J-4A 450-525 HOURS EL-J-4B 525-600 HOURS

EL-M-A 0-75 HOURS EL-M-B 75-150 HOURS

Students will be given 84 hours of instruction per semester and must complete 75 hours and receive a passing grade for credit. Students will be placed in class sections based on total classroom hours completed and approved by the Commonwealth.

District Price: $495.00 Non-District: $595.00

Nights: Tuesday and Thursday Code Books required.

Fall 2020 Part 1 (14 weeks ) Winter 2021 Part 2 (14 weeks)

Mass Electrical Exam Test Prep Instructor: George Sylvia

Dates: TBD

Plumbing

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(FALL 2020)

Instructor: Kimberly Scieska

This course will prepare participants for employment within both the clinical and retail pharmacy practice. Focus will be placed on medical terminology, pharmaceutical calculations,

inventory systems and regulations affecting pharmacy practice.

Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the PTCB (Pharmacy Technician Certification Board) exam which would provide them with a CPhT (Certified Pharmacy

Technician) license.

OA-01 Night: Monday

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT Instructor: Tracy Oliver

Learn to do eye exams!

The Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Program is a certificate program to help answer the need for qualified assistants in ophthalmology practices. This program is designed to teach the basic skills needed to perform eye exams and prepare the

patient for the ophthalmologist.

CPR-01 Night: Monday & Wednesday

CPR (Heartsaver CPR/AED) Instructor: Erin Marcotte

No medical training required. You need to complete a written exam

and pass to earn your completion card.

The cost includes a $22.00 fee for the CPR AED Certification Card.

License Trades

6-Hour Steam License Renewal

Instructors: Manny Oliveira & James Koska

Individuals licensed to operate boilers under a special license

shall demonstrate completion of 6 hours of continuing educa-

tion at or through an institution or organization approved by

the commissioner, in consultation with the chief inspector,

during each 5-year period proceeding each license renewal.

MA State 3rd Class Engineer’s License Prep

Instructor: James Koska

Covers the joints, valve settings of pumps and simple engines, turbines, and condensers.

Mandatory License Renewal - 30 hours

Instructor: Manny Oliveira & James Koska

All individuals licensed to operate boilers shall demonstrate

the completion of 30 hours of continuing education before

each license renewal.

Steam Engineering

EKG-01 Night: Monday

(FALL 2020)

EKG TECHNICIAN

EMT-01 Night: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays

(FALL 2020)

EMT—EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

District Price: $1,100 Non -District: $1,200

Medical

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License Trades

Woodcarving Instructor: Michael Weydt

Non-License Trades

Massachusetts Building Code Instructor: William Horrocks

CP-12A & CP-12B Night: Tuesday

12-Hour MA Construction Supervisors

License Renewal Instructor: William Horrocks CP-12A will run the first four Tuesdays. (Mar. 31 - Apr. 28) 6:30 - 9:30pm

CP-12B will run the last four Tuesdays. (May 5 - May 26) 6:30 - 9:30pm

holding a MA General Contractor’s License is re-

quired to take 12 hours of continuing education for that cy-

cle. This course has been approved by the Massachusetts

Board of Regulations and Standards for 12 hours of continu-

ing education requirements.

*Code books will be available for additional fees.

District Price: $150.00* Non-District: $175.00*

Basic Carpentry

Instructor: Jeff Fortin

This course will introduce woodworking basics; specific skills

in measurement, layout, and the proper use of hand tools.

Students will be required to make a few small projects with

step-by-step procedures and instruction. The basics are

vital knowledge needed to better understand more advanced

woodworking techniques. Safety is stressed throughout.

Carpentry

Building Official Certification

: Dave Riquina

8 Weeks 6:30 – 9:30

This course is intended to prepare individuals to take the

building inspector certification exams. Candidates must

meet the minimum qualifications of MGL chapter 143 - 3,

which requires a minimum of five years of construction

experience in a direct supervisory position to take the

certification exam. Certification will qualify you for municipal

employment as a building inspector.

10-Hour OSHA Construction and Safety Course

Instructor: Neil Charbonneau

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Non-License Trades

Residential Housing Technology

Instructor: Dave Doyle

This course is designed for the future or present homeowners

that are contemplating building, renovating, or repairing their

own homes along with general home maintenance. Classes

will cover building terminology, replacement windows, code

requirements, and drawing techniques to obtain a building

permit. Shop instruction will include use of hand and power

tools, rafter and stair layout using a framing square.

Furniture Refinishing Fundamentals

Instructor: Joseph Arruda

If you have a piece of furniture that needs a face lift, this is

the course to take. The first class will be an orientation to

evaluate the piece, and an overview of different types of

finishes and solvents. Students are responsible for all

materials, solvents, and finishes. Reconstruction is held to a

minimum.

Fine Woodworking

Instructor: Joseph Arruda

If you have some experience in woodworking and would like to

take the next step in creating a turn of the century piece, take

the challenge. This course includes complete step-by-step

instruction in creating a one of a kind piece such as a Queen

Anne step stool and a true hand-cut dovetail blanket chest,

using typical hand tools and modern machine techniques.

Prerequisite: CP-01/ previous carpentry training

Millwork

Instructor: Donald Desrosiers

The use of power equipment, safety, and operation make up

this program. Students are required to do a project that in-

volves the use of circular saws, jointers, radial saws, planers,

shapers, and small power tools.

Prerequisite: CP-01/ previous carpentry training

Spring 20

Carpentry

Interested in a career change or training for another industry?

Several GNB Voc-Tech Adult Ed programs are approved training programs through the

MassHire workforce system. Financial assistance for these programs may be available to

qualified individuals. Visit the MassHire Greater New Bedford Career Center who provides

job seekers with career guidance as well as referrals to jobs and career training to learn

more.

MassHire Greater New Bedford Career Center

618 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02740

(508) 990-4000

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Non-License Trades

Instructor: TBD

This course will introduce students to Microsoft Word and the word processing skills necessary to write letters and reports, create flyers and newsletters, and improve office skills. In this hands-on course, students will learn how to create documents, format pages and text, create tables, envelopes and labels, edit and proof documents, and use the mail

merge feature.

Prerequisite: Windows or equivalent knowledge .

Instructor: TBD

This course will introduce students to Microsoft Excel. Students will learn how to format data and use formulas. Students will also learn how to design charts and how to filter/sort data. Intermediate skills such as absolute references, conditional formatting, and linking cells are also introduced in this session. Students will master the basics of

Excel through hands-on instruction.

Prerequisite: Windows or equivalent knowledge.

Intro to Digital Photography

Instructor: TBD CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) Auto CAD (Latest Version) Instructor: Steve Johansen

This beginner course offers the use of graphic-oriented com-

puter software for designing and drafting operations.

Prerequisite: Students should be familiar with drafting gram-

mar/procedures and have basic computer knowledge.

DP-14 Night: Wednesday

Google Office Suite

Instructor: Ben DosSantos

Learn the basics of Google’s Office replacement, Docs,

Sheets, Slides, and Forms. This class will go over Google’s

own suite of data processing tools. We will go over how to

develop documents, spreadsheets, presentations, surveys,

and much more. You will learn how to utilize Google’s

document sharing tool that allows your whole team to work on

one document seamlessly.

DP-17 Night: Tuesday

Introduction to Adobe Illustrator

Instructor: Mike deGouveia

Students will learn the core principles of how to sketch, trace and draw in Adobe Illustrator. We will use a variety of tools to

create and manipulate beautiful vector graphics. We will also discuss and utilize proper file management to maintain smooth

and efficient work flow.

Prerequisites: Basic computer knowledge

Computers DP-06 Night: Tuesday

Microsoft Office

Instructor: TBD

Learn the basics of Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and

Access. This class covers introductory topics and concepts

that will assist you in gaining an understanding of the

programs and their uses. Learn the basics or update your

knowledge of MS Office earlier version to the 2010 release.

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MA-01 Night: Tuesday

Basic Machine Shop Training Instructor: Randy Morrison

District Price: $175.00* Non-District: $200.00*

Collision Repair Instructor: Michael McConnell

Students will learn common auto body repair practices and paint and refinishing techniques to prepare them for career opportunities in the Collision Repair field. Each student will have the opportunity to work with the tools, instruments and

equipment necessary to perform the tasks set forth.

Instructor: TBD

Instructor: Matt Talbot

MA-02 Night: Tuesday

Basic Machine Shop Training II Instructor: Randy Morrison

This course is available to students familiar with the basics of machining, measuring, and blueprint reading. Projects will be based on milling machine procedures and surface grinding. Anyone interested in this class will be given an introductory

lesson on how to set up and operate a CNC lathe.

Prerequisite: MA-01/Machine Shop Experience District Price: $175.00* Non-District: $200.00*

Non-License Trades

Idea for a Class?

Is there a class you would like to take or teach for us?

Send your ideas to richard.quintin@gnbvt.edu or drop off suggestions

at the school, care of GNB Voc-Tech Institute.

Auto Machine Shop

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Non-License Trades Spring 20

MIG-TIG Welding

Instructor: Paul Mendez

This is an introductory program involving the feeding of a

consumable wire through a shielding gas and also tungsten

inert gas welding.

Arc Welding

Instructor: Marc Ferreira

Shop instruction includes the operation, care, maintenance,

and safety in machine operation, voltages, amperages, and rod

selection. Use of welding machine for beading, butt, flat, verti-

cal, and overhead welding are covered in this course.

Welding

Ways to Register:

Online

Go to The Adult Ed Website at https://www.gnbvt.edu/VTI and select Register Online Now!

– Create Account or Sign In (Credit Card Only)

In Person

(Cash, Credit, and Checks)

During School Hours:

8:00am – 3:00pm

Summer hours vary

Adult Ed Office Hours:

6:00pm – 9:30pm

Over The Phone

(Credit Card Only)

(508) 998-3321 Ext. 195

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Instructor: Phebe Ditata

This introduction course in the Portuguese language will

enable the student to speak, as well as understand, common

expressions.

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Instructor: Jennifer Borden

This course will focus on survival skills in ASL, with

emphasis on building receptive and expressive sign

vocabulary. Students will learn the use of signing space, non

-manual components including facial expressions, sign skills,

body postures, and introduction to finger -spelling.

Instructor: Bob Branco

This course introduces the fundamentals of the braille code,

including the letters of the alphabet, numbers, and

punctuation, giving you the tools to communicate in writing

with family members or clients who read braille. Suitable for

blind and sighted students.

Enrichment Classes

Instructor: Mary Urbanek

This introduction course in the Spanish language will enable the student to speak, as well as understand, common expressions.

This class is a continuation of the Beginner Class.

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Canvas Painting

Instructor: Debbie Macy

Oil and acrylics for hobbyists as well as experienced artists.

Come join the fun with Debbie Macy!

Watercolor Painting

Instructor: Karen Zukas

This course is for all levels of watercolorist. A wide variety of

techniques for the beginner to the advanced will be covered.

Emphasis will be placed on color & design assisting each stu-

dent to create unique expressions of thought and emotion. Em-

phasis will be placed on composition technique and process.

Personal attention to ach student allows for rapid progress in

creating unique products.

Upholstering

Instructor: Manny Medeiros

Welt seam, naugahyde, refinishing, etc. Bring your piece of

furniture the first night of class. (No Couches or Loveseats)

Any evening school student who decides to leave furni -

ture overnight on our premises does so at their own risk.

Woodcarving

Instructor: Michael Weydt

Languages

Art

Special Interests

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Enrichment Classes Spring 20

Instructor: Bunny Mogilnicki

This class will enable participants to create many floral pro-

jects such as wreath making and decorating; how to care

and condition cut and dried flowers; making centerpieces;

corsages and boutonnieres; Oriental designs; arrangements

of different shapes, modern and traditional; wedding bou-

quets and many more fun uses for flowers. Students will

take home all the projects they make during the class. En-

joy the art of floral design for many years to come with the

processes learned in this class.

Basic Sewing for the Home

Instructor: Mary Ann Zuber

Update your home decor with several small accent projects great for

beginners and those wishing to refresh their skills on a sewing ma-

chine. Projects include accent pillows, table runners, curtains and

more. Skills taught will include machine threading and operation,

project planning, seams, and seam finishes, adding piping, and in-

stalling a zipper. Come to the first class with some basic hand tools.

Project supplies will be discussed at that time.

Power Machine Quilting

Instructor: Christine Gallagher

This streamline quilting course is perfect for those of you who

always wanted to make a quilt but don’t have a lot of time.

Learn the latest techniques in rotary cutting, block construc-

tion, paper piecing, etc. Come join the fun, make new friends,

and create great quilts. These classes fill fast! Register early!

Beginners: Monday Night Only

Power Machine Quilting (Afternoon)

Instructor: Eileen DeRego

Clothing

Floral/Gardening

Knitting

Instructor: Karen Walsh

All levels are welcome!

Knitting is back and it’s hotter than ever. Whether you picked

up a pair of needles at a young age or started later, there’s no

doubt you’ll enjoy this class. Knitting is a therapeutic, relaxing,

peaceful and social pastime, extending way beyond knitting a

cute scarf. Learn to knit or bring in a project to work on.

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Enrichment Classes

Basic/Advanced Cake Decorating

Instructor: Jenna Frehill

This hands-on course will provide the fundamentals necessary to create any special occasion cake from whimsical to elegant designs. Cupcake fillings and designs will also be covered. Learn how to make shell borders, drop flowers, sweet peas, leaves, vines, timeless roses, and use star fill-in techniques. This course will also focus on how to make the perfect icing consistency using basic and butter -cream icing.

For the more advanced student: Why stop at decorating cakes with just icing? Learn how to work with fondant. You’ll be amazed at how easy it really is. You will learn how to cover cakes in fondant and the different decorating options like cutouts, figures, and flowers to make gorgeous cakes for friends and family for years to come.

Please bring a small cake to class with you every week.

Everyday Cooking the Culinary Way

Instructor: Robert Wilkinson

Combine your love for food with a passion for knowledge.

This course will cover the basic and advanced preparation of

appetizers, stocks, sauces, soups, meats, seafood and poul-

try. Combined with sanitation and proper knife handling

skills, together we will embark upon a tasteful journey full of

flavors and techniques. Come and learn new skills you will

use in everyday situations.

Yoga for Beginners and Intermediate

Instructor: Katelyn Fitzsimmons

This eight-week course will teach beginner and intermediate

students proper form of the fundamental yoga postures. Stu-

dents will gain strength, balance and suppleness. This class

requires some athleticism. Leave class feeling relaxed and

renewed!

Spring 20

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Instructor: TBD

Time: 4:00 - 7:00 pm

*Price includes book, class and exam

District Price: $200.00* Non-District: $225.00*

Food Health

Laborers work with their hands,

craftsmen work with their hands and mind,

but ARTISANS work with their hands, mind and heart.

WE ARE ARTISANS! www.gnbvt.edu/VTI

Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical Institute

3/3/20

Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical Institute

1121 Ashley Boulevard, New Bedford, MA 02745

Rick Quintin | (508) 998-3321 ext. 195 | email: richard.quintin@gnbvt.edu | http://www.gnbvt.edu/VTI

MARINE TECHNOLOGY

Instructor: John Bernier Mon thru Thu: 3:00 - 9:00 pm Selected Saturdays 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

300 hours (12 Weeks)

March 16 - June 4

GNBVTI now offers a Chapter 74 state-approved post-secondary program in Marine Technology. GNBVTI post-secondary programs are rigorous and prepare learners to meet the challenges of their selected career and industry. All applicants must apply for selective admission to the post-secondary programs. See page 5 for details on Full Program.

We are now accepting applications for Trimester 3.

Trimester Price: $1,475

EMT-Emergency Medical Technician

Instructor: Dave Zander

(FALL 2020) Tues & Thurs: 5:30 - 9:30 pm & Alternate Saturdays: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

13 Weeks - (160 Hours)

The healthcare industry continues to grow and the basic training program for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) has an over-all objective to improve the quality of pre-hospital emergency care ren-dered to victims of accidents and sudden illness. As such, the course develops skills in symptom recognition and in all emergency care procedures and techniques currently considered to be within the responsibilities of an EMT providing emergency medical care with an ambulance service.

*District Price: $1,100 *Non-District: $1,200 * Test fees are not included in price.