Available Courses

EMT-Basic (OLM 4524)

Prepare for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician through JBU’s EMT-Basic course, taught by Branton Thompson, a certified paramedic and firefighter. Branton is an Arkansas Department of Health approved EMT Instructor. JBU's EMT Program is accredited by the Arkansas Department of Health Section of Emergency Medical Services.

Students must be 18 to apply per EMT requirements.

Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00–10:00 p.m.

Tuition: $105/credit hour (Community Education rate)

Course Fee: $2,055 (covers supplies, background checks, licensure application, and one National Registry testing fee)

What’s Included:

• Bandage scissors, pen lights, uniform shirts, CPR certification (if needed), masks, stethoscope
• Application and background check fees (Arkansas State & FBI)
• One National Registry testing fee

Additional Costs:

• Required textbook (~$385, includes online practice exams)
• Black pants for ride-alongs

New Life Ranch Development Course (BBL 2022)

Course offered through JBU to students in New Life Ranch’s year-long development program.

Students must be accepted and committed to New Life Ranch’s development program to apply.

Schedule: Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.

Tuition: $105/credit hour (Community Education rate)

Course Fee: NA

How to Apply

1. Submit a Community Education Application for your chosen course and semester. Apply now.
2. Wait for your admission confirmation (Community Ed students are admitted only to the course selected).
3. Register and pay tuition/fees prior to the start of class.

Please note: Community Education admission does not grant access to other JBU courses or degree programs.

Questions?

Contact the JBU Admissions Office at Admissions@jbu.edu or 479-524-9500 for more information about Community Education courses.