Our Programs
Emergency Medical Technician
Commercial Diving Academy offers a comprehensive Emergency Medical 
Technician (EMT) program, internationally recognized and taught by
paramedic instructors. Our program of study is an intensive 3 week
program providing both clinical and practical training in emergency medicine. CDA works in conjunction with the Jacksonville Fire Department and local area hospitals to provide access to clinical and practical training. Our on-site medical classroom provides the needed equipment to learn anatomy and physiology and the functions of the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems. You will learn to administer blood pressure, detect
respiratory rates and listen to lung sounds. Students will also be eligible
to apply for certification, by examination, by the State of Florida as an
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B).
Length of Course
The program of Study at Commercial Diving Academy requires a minimum of 3 weeks. The maximum number of weeks a student may participate in training is 5 1/2 weeks.
Practical Experience Hours 140
Classroom Hours 110
Total Hours 250
Number of Weeks 3
Hours per Day 10
