Apprenticeship is open to individuals who are interested in a career in emergency medical services
Workforce Connections is helping to fund apprentices in the new Putnam County Advanced EMS Apprenticeship program.
The initiative is designed “to expand career pathways in emergency medical services and help meet the workforce needs of our region,” according to WC. The program is created in partnership with Putnam County Emergency Services and Apprenticeship TN and offers aspiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) the chance to earn wages while gaining hands-on experience and completing the education required for certification.
“The combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction helps prepare individuals for long-term success in the EMS field,” according to a release by WC.
The demand is strong.
“Across the Upper Cumberland, one of the greatest needs continually spoken to me is demand for emergency medical service employees,” said Jeremiah Miller, Assistant Director of Workforce Connections. “The Advance EMS Apprenticeship gives job seekers a way to begin their careers in this field while simultaneously helping employers strengthen their workforce needs.”
The apprenticeship is open to individuals who are interested in a career in emergency medical services, but there are guidelines and requirements. Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- have a high school diploma or equivalent
- meet the basic background of having a Basic EMS certification and medical screening requirements
“Participants will work with local EMS providers while completing structured training and coursework that leads to Advanced EMT certification. The program is designed to prepare individuals for employment in a growing field with high demand across the region,” according to the release.
While the program grows, the goal is to support workforce needs in the Upper Cumberland.
“… Where EMS providers continue to face challenges in staffing and recruitment. The program helps develop local talent and ensures that communities have access to trained emergency responders,” according to WC.
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