Emory EMS Education Program

The Emory EMS Education Program is a professionally run EMS initial education program on Emory University’s Atlanta campus. The Emory EMS Education Program is recognized by both the Georgia State Office of EMS and Trauma and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) as an official training site for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and Advanced EMT (AEMT) courses. Our classes are led by experienced EMS educators who bring a wealth of clinical knowledge and real-world expertise to the classroom, ensuring students receive a high-quality, practice-informed education.

The Emory EMS Education Program is sponsored by Emory Emergency Medical Services (EEMS), Emory University’s student-operated volunteer EMS agency. The mission of the Emory EMS Education Program is to educate and equip highly skilled EMTs and Advanced EMTs (AEMTs) to serve the Emory community. Graduates of the program are expected to volunteer for EEMS for at least one year. While demanding, this experience is one of the most rewarding and impactful opportunities available to Emory students.

Course Descriptions

The Combined EMT/AEMT Course is a two-semester program designed for individuals new to EMS, guiding them to become highly competent AEMTs. Through lectures, hands-on training, and clinical rotations, students develop the skills needed to assess patients, administer emergency medications, perform resuscitation, and manage a wide range of out-of-hospital emergencies. Our combined EMT/AEMT curriculum is the first-of-its-kind in Georgia, allowing students to explore AEMT-level topics alongside EMT fundamentals, even without any prior EMS certification. Early exposure to anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology builds a strong foundation, while AEMT-specific skills, such as advanced airway management, intravenous (IV) and intraosseous (IO) access, are introduced early and reinforced throughout the course. 

Upcoming Classes and Admission Details

Combined EMT/AEMT Course (Fall 2025 - Spring 2026):

The next EMT/AEMT class begins at the start of the Fall 2025 semester. The curriculum is two semesters in length and follows the undergraduate academic calendar. Classes meet on Monday and Wednesday evenings, and approximately two Saturdays per month. 

• Monday/Wednesday Class Times: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM ET 
• Saturday Class Times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET 
• Field and Clinical Internships: Students will complete approximately 150 hours of internship rotations over the two-semester course, gaining hands-on experience in Atlanta-area EMS agencies, hospitals, and clinics. These rotations provide an opportunity to apply AEMT treatments in real-world settings under the supervision of a preceptor. Internship shifts are scheduled by Education Program staff and is designed to be flexible to align with students’ availability. Rotations vary in length and timing, including weekdays, weekends, overnight shifts, and holiday breaks options.