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National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - Weekend Academy
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Sat 6/6/2026 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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Fair Oaks Mall Training Facility - 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
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| Class Price:
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$2,499.00
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CERT Weekend Academy
Weekend-Only EMT Training | National Registry EMT Certification | 8-Week Format
The CERT Weekend Academy is a focused, hands-on EMT training program designed for students balancing full-time work, academic schedules, or other weekday commitments. Over the course of 8 weekends, students engage in real-world emergency medical instruction without sacrificing flexibility or instructional quality.
Class Schedule:
Saturdays & Sundays
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Held in person at our Fairfax training center, this program combines high-fidelity simulation, interactive labs, and professional mentorship to prepare students for real emergency medical service roles.
Upon successful completion, students will be eligible for certification as a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)—a key credential for entering EMS or building a foundation for further healthcare education.
Optional Add-On: CERT Pre-Med Pathway
The CERT Pre-Med Pathway is a highly selective enhancement to the EMT program, created for students pursuing medical school or other competitive healthcare careers. This pathway is exclusive to CERT and is unlike any offering at other EMT schools in the region.
The program is designed to provide significantly expanded clinical exposure, structured evaluation, and documentation that strengthens medical school applications through verifiable experience—not just required hours.
Students accepted into the Pre-Med Pathway receive:
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Up to 120 hours of supervised, documented clinical rotations across hospitals, urgent care, long-term care, and real-world standby events (vs. 16 hours in the standard track)
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Priority scheduling for clinical shifts at high-volume facilities
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A CERT Clinical Portfolio: a professional transcript on official letterhead documenting patient contacts, clinical skills performed or observed, total hours, and environments covered
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Eligibility to receive formal letters of recommendation from:
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Potential to return as a paid lab instructor, gaining additional leadership experience and income to help offset tuition costs
Selective Admission & Application Process
Please note that participation in the Pre-Med Pathway is not guaranteed. Interested students must complete an application and participate in a pre-screening interview. Selection is based on demonstrated professionalism, motivation, and alignment with the goals of the program.
Only students who successfully complete the interview process will be admitted. If a student is not accepted, the Pre-Med Pathway fee will be fully refunded.
The Pre-Med Pathway does not guarantee admission to medical school or future employment. It is designed to strengthen your clinical background, provide professional mentorship, and elevate your academic profile through structured, verified experience.
Coming from out of town?
CERT offers discounted accommodations through Candlewood Suites, available exclusively to our students. Select the Housing Add-On during registration to secure a comfortable stay near campus throughout the program.
Seats are limited, and Pre-Med Pathway applications are competitive. Reserve your spot today and elevate your training experience with CERT.
Traveling from out of town?
We’ve partnered with Candlewood Suites to offer exclusive discounted weekend lodging for CERT students. Select the Housing Add-On during registration to secure convenient accommodations and focus on what matters most—your training.
Seats fill quickly. Enroll today to begin your path toward EMT certification and clinical excellence.
