Accelerated Paramedic Student

The National EMS Academy and Acadian Ambulance Service are pleased to announce an exciting educational opportunity. Applications are being accepted for an accelerated paramedic class that will combine live classroom instruction and real-life simulations.

Interested candidates must submit an application to the National EMS Academy no later than February 13th, 2026. Acceptance will be determined by NEMSA and the applicant’s operations manager.

Details:

• The course will be a fast-paced, live, instructor-led class.
• Students will attend from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• The theory portion of the course will be taught first, then the students will begin field and hospital clinicals.
• Students will be paid $15.00/hour to attend the class. Lodging will be provided during the theory portion of the course.
• Course will begin March 2, 2026.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Current Nationally Registered EMT in good standing in their home state. Must obtain Louisiana reciprocity if not currently licensed in that state.
• Excellent performance history, including clinical and disciplinary history.
• Willing to relocate to the education site for approximately 4 months. Courses will be held in Lafayette and New Orleans.
• Must be willing to commit to a 3-year return of service obligation (ROSO). The student must remain a full-time employee in their original service area during the 3-year period. The ROSO will begin after clearance as a paramedic.
• Must have satisfactory TABE testing or recent (within 5 years) equivalent results (SAT, ACT, Accuplacer). Equivalent testing scores can be sent to Brittany Savant at brittany.savant@acadian.com for review.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.