Paramedic Apprenticeship Program
Paid, on-site training for the next generation of paramedics
About the Program
East Alabama Health's Paramedic Apprenticeship Program is offered in partnership with Southern Union State Community College.
Apprentices work alongside experienced paramedics and healthcare professionals, gaining critical skills in emergency response, patient care and clinical decision-making while completing the academic requirements necessary to progress toward paramedic certification.
Program Benefits
The Paramedic Apprenticeship Program eligible EMT graduates to advance their training while working at East Alabama Health.
- Tuition assistance: All tuition, books and required fees are covered by East Alabama Health.
- Progressive pay increase: Apprentices earn money through a progressive-wage model with pay based on their classes completed and their competency levels.
- Earn-while-you-learn: Apprentices get paid to complete required clinical hours.
Program Eligibility
- EMS students who are completing first semester courses are eligible to apply for the Paramedic Apprenticeship Program.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
- Applicants are interviewed and undergo the hiring process with East Alabama Health.
- Selected apprentices must complete first semester courses AND National Registry/State EMS license, and be eligible for AEMT-level courses.
- The apprenticeship will begin with AEMT-level courses.
How to Apply for the Program
For those interested in apply for East Alabama Health's Paramedic Apprenticeship Program, please contact the Workforce Development Department.