“The ‘Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Corps‘ program of Alameda County is partnering with San Mateo County Health to provide a 5-month full-time training program with supportive youth development services to encourage diverse members of the community, including underrepresented groups and people with barriers to employment and education in San Mateo County, to become an Emergency Medical Technician.

The academy also provides supportive services such as mentorship and job performance coaching to address specific socio-economic barriers to training and employment experienced by underserved communities. 

Participants who successfully complete the program will gain access to entry-level positions in the emergency medical services fields that can grow into thriving careers in health care. Program participants will receive a grant to cover the cost to complete the training. This nationally recognized program is renowned for its transformational impact and feedback from local students is very positive.”

“The deadline to apply is Friday, July 28, 2023, before 5:00PM PST, however, we encourage you to apply ASAP as applications are accepted on a rolling basis due to the popularity of this program.”

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To learn more about San Mateo County Health’s
opportunity, please click here.

Reported by SAMCEDA