Learn at your own pace
Become an EMR at Your Own Pace
Self-paced online learning followed by accelerated skill training.
How Our EMR Course Works
Completing both parts is required to become eligible for EMR certification.
Part 1: Online Learning
Watch presentations, view resources and complete assessments at your own pace.
Must complete one week before Part II.
Total tuition is $895.
24/7 access to the online course.
All major credit/debit cards accepted.
24/7 access to the online course.
All major credit/debit cards accepted.
Part 2: Skill Training
Learn and practice hands-on patient care skills over one weekend or four evenings at our facility in Edina, MN.
Includes certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Includes certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Available Class Dates
All classes take place at our facility in Edina, MN. Choose the in-class format that is most convenient for your schedule.
Skill Weekend Dates: Scheduled Saturday & Sunday 8:30a – 6pm
- August 2 – 3, 2025: Full. Waitlist Only.
- October 18 – 19, 2025: Available
- December 6 – 7, 2025: Available
- January 24 – 25, 2026: Enrollment open soon!
- April 25 – 26, 2026: Enrollment open soon!
Evening Skills Dates: Scheduled Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 – 10p for 2 consecutive weeks (4 total sessions).
- May 12 – 21, 2026: Enrollment open soon!
Skill Weekend is included in the Part I course fees ($895).
Knowledge Saves Lives
Learn how to handle common traumatic and medical emergencies encountered on the job. Perfect for police, fire fighters, and security officers.
Start Your Transformation Now!
Formerly known as just “First Responder,” an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) is the entry-level emergency healthcare certification in the United States.
Our course is POST-approved for 50 credits.
Our course also fulfills the Acute Management of Injury and Illness requirements for physical therapy initial certification through the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association).
Three Steps for Success
Learn
Complete Part I online at your one pace. 24/7 access is included.
Practice
Hands-on emergency care instruction and practice during skill training.
Certify
Apply for EMR certification with the Minnesota EMS board.
What EMRs are Saying
“Stress-free and convenient”
“A great experience”
“Amazing instruction from start to finish”
Experience the Allied Difference
Trusted by Thousands of Certified EMRs
We make it easy to complete your recertification education.
Learn From Home
Self-paced online learning is accessible 24/7.
Support Included
Here for you by phone and email for any questions, even if you need help renewing your EMR license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why take this course with Allied?
Our founder is a physician who was an EMT first. He recognized that the methods used to train physicians could be applied to EMS education. By doing so, we’re able to achieve superior student outcomes in less time than traditional healthcare schools.
Since 2010, we have graduated thousands students who love their experience with Allied. Read some of their reviews here.
We do things differently than the other training programs that cannot provide the same level of detailed attention we give our students and our curriculum design. As a small company made up of dedicated professionals, EMS training is our main focus. We do our best to ensure every student has a positive experience in the course.
Our management staff is on-site and also available via email or phone. Unlike other training programs that don’t return your calls or emails, we strive for excellent customer service. We value your time and make the registration process quick, easy, and completely online.
Read more about our story and methods here.
Since 2010, we have graduated thousands students who love their experience with Allied. Read some of their reviews here.
We do things differently than the other training programs that cannot provide the same level of detailed attention we give our students and our curriculum design. As a small company made up of dedicated professionals, EMS training is our main focus. We do our best to ensure every student has a positive experience in the course.
Our management staff is on-site and also available via email or phone. Unlike other training programs that don’t return your calls or emails, we strive for excellent customer service. We value your time and make the registration process quick, easy, and completely online.
Read more about our story and methods here.
When is it offered?
You can start the online part of the course anytime, just click here to register.
The classroom portion of the course is offered in two formats:
Skill Weekend: Saturday & Sunday, 8:30a-6p each day
Evening Skills: Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30-10p, for two weeks in a row (4 total evenings)
You will choose your training format and dates when you register for the course.
What is an EMR?
EMR stands for Emergency Medical Responder and used to be known as just “First Responder”. An EMR is the entry-level emergency medical certification in the United States. It’s commonly required for police, fire fighters, coaches, security guards and trainers.
It’s a great certification for people that may encounter injuries or illnesses as part of their job, but providing patient care is not the main part of their job. EMRs learn how to deal with life-threatening injuries and illnesses while they wait for help to arrive. For a more detailed description of the EMR and the other certification levels, please read it here.
It’s a great certification for people that may encounter injuries or illnesses as part of their job, but providing patient care is not the main part of their job. EMRs learn how to deal with life-threatening injuries and illnesses while they wait for help to arrive. For a more detailed description of the EMR and the other certification levels, please read it here.
Can EMRs work on ambulances?
In most states, no, EMRs are not allowed to provide patient care on ambulances in most regions. Typically, the minimum certification needed to provide patient care on an ambulance is EMT or higher.
How long does it take to become an EMR?
Plan to devote at least 30-40 hours over a few weeks to a few months for the online part of the course. This includes reading the text, watching presentations, and taking quiz assessments. This can be accessed 24/7 and completed at your own pace (up to 6 months of access is included).
Then there is about 16 hours of classroom training that occurs during the Skill Weekend.
Then there is about 16 hours of classroom training that occurs during the Skill Weekend.
What are the steps to become an EMR?
First, you must take an EMR initial course from a licensed training program (such as ours!). After passing the EMR course with the skills exam, you apply to become licensed to practice in Minnesota.
How will I interact with instructors online?
We have a dedicated email account for our EMR course support team. Emails receive a response most often in 12 hours or less; however, over weekends it can take at least 24 hours.
How much is the tuition? What does it include?
Everything! The all-inclusive tuition is $895. It includes:
- Online learning with a digital textbook
- Skill Weekend OR Evening Skills with the skills exam
- BLS certification (CPR/AED at the healthcare provider level)
Do you offer any payment plans or grants?
We do not currently offer payment plans or grants directly. We accept credit cards in our course application.
Some students find their employers are willing to sponsor their tuition if it relates to their job duties.
If an organization or company has agreed to pay your tuition, we can also invoice them on your behalf.
Some students find their employers are willing to sponsor their tuition if it relates to their job duties.
If an organization or company has agreed to pay your tuition, we can also invoice them on your behalf.
Is there a dress code?
Yes. During in-class training (Skill Weekend or Evening Skills), we require professional attire OR those who work in security, law enforcement, or fire can wear their work uniform.
Professional attire includes: a collared shirt (polo or button-down), black or tan pants, closed-toe shoes, and a watch with a second-hand.
Professional attire includes: a collared shirt (polo or button-down), black or tan pants, closed-toe shoes, and a watch with a second-hand.
Skill Weekend Location
7405 Bush Lake Road
Edina, MN 55439
Located next to I-494 and Hwy 100 just 15 minutes west of the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. Free parking onsite.
Discounted lodging available at nearby hotels. Food and beverage available next door at Wooden Hill Brewing Company.
Discounted lodging available at nearby hotels. Food and beverage available next door at Wooden Hill Brewing Company.
