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INTERESTED IN AN EMS CAREER?
Georgia EMS is hiring in all 159 counties!If you are interested in a dynamic healthcare career option with schedule flexibility, competitive benefits and pay, and a work environment unlike any other than EMS is a good fit for you! We have opportunities for on-the-job training that gets you employed while gaining your certification, career advancement opportunities, and diverse employment opportunities in 911 EMS, non-emergent EMS systems, hospital based EMS systems, fire-based EMS and more! EMS can also serve as a great starting point to gain invaluable experience for transferring into other healthcare professions. We guarantee job placement! If you're looking for a rewarding career and opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself while giving back to the community, we are looking for you.
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EMS Job Facts| EMT Basic Training can be as short as a few months. | Programs are offered at training programs across the state. |
| Flexible learning options - virtual, hybrid, and in-person learning. | Average starting salary of an EMT is $38,500. |
How to Get Started
If you think an EMS career might be right for you, the first step is finding a class near you. EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic classes are available across the state.
Next steps to find a class near you:
- Search for training programs in your area. Learn more here.
OR - Submit a personalized education consultation request. These requests will go to the Regional Training Coordinator in the area you are interested in. They will follow-up with educational opportunities.
Your training program will help you navigate the exam and licensure process.
Once you've completed your program, you can become licensed and start your career. Learn more about EMS licensure guidelines in Georgia here.
The EMS field is projected to grow at 7-10% with 20,000 job openings,
which is faster than the national average. What are you waiting for?
Reach out and let us help you today!
HOW WE CAN HELP
NOT LICENSED IN EMS, BUT WANT TO LEARN MORE?
Request a personalized education consultation here.
We can connect you with an educational program that meets your individual needs. Regional EMS Training Coordinators will follow-up with educational program information. Reach out today!
CURRENT EMS LICENSED PROVIDERS
View current job openings here
We have a career center that features job openings across the state along with other information on EMS.
Or submit a personalized employment consultation here. Regional EMS Directors can provide more information about employment in your area of interest.
CURRENT EMS STUDENTS
Join GEMSA as a Student Member
Join the association today at NO COST to connect with others in the
profession, attend events, continue your training, and use the
association as a resource. Student members are currently enrolled in an
EMS certification level program (EMT, AEMT, Paramedic) upon the
initiation of their membership into GEMSA. A student membership is
limited to 1 year before you need to upgrade to an active member. See a
list of membership benefits here or join online here.