With an ever-growing population in Louisiana, paramedics are critical and are often the initial protectors of public safety during emergencies. They have the training and expertise to handle the effects of disasters and crises, provide medical care, and often prevent further harm or death.

This is why Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) workers are always in high demand. Another reason is the need to replace these first responders quickly when they transfer to different occupations or retire. Paramedics are essential, and if you want to start a career as an EMT, register for fall training sessions today.

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This 2-part training course, EMT I and EMT II, is offered by the National EMS Academy in conjunction with South Louisiana Community College. NEMSA/Acadian Ambulance will instruct this course at a nationally accredited EMS training facility authorized by the American Heart Association Training Center for CPR And ECC courses.

Students wanting to become a nationally registered EMT must meet the following criteria and requirements:

  • Be 16 or older to take the class and 18 or older to take the national exam.
  • Education level - High School, GED or HiSET
  • Trainees must complete Online Course Content: 25 days (100 hours).
  • Trainees must complete up to 98 hours of the Skills Instruction and Practice.
  • Trainees must complete (2) Ambulance Clinical Time: 12-hour shifts.

Please Note: Orientation will be held September 3 - 4 and end in late November.

Once EMT students graduate and pass their National Registry exam, they will be eligible to join the company and begin their medical careers immediately! Enroll today at a nationally accredited EMS training facility at colleges in one of the following Louisiana cities:

  • Alexandria
  • Baton Rouge
  • Covington
  • Houma
  • Lafayette
  • Lake Charles

Courses are also available in Texas and Tennessee. Contact the National EMS Academy EMT Program for more information and to register for a class near you.

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