EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

The EMT is the entry-level licensed EMS provider on an ambulance. In Georgia, only one crew member can be at the EMT level, and the other must be an EMT-I, AEMT, or paramedic level.

The AEMT has a greater level of knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology than the EMT and is able to administer medications (IV therapy, Epi, Narcan, Aspirin, Nitroglycerin, Glucagon, D50, and Albuterol) and perform some advanced-level skills similar to paramedics.

The Paramedic has advanced learning in anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology acquired through a dedicated course of study. Paramedics are able to perform many advanced-level skills (needle cricothyrotomy, needle chest decompression, endotracheal intubation, application of tourniquet, 12-lead EKG interpretation, cardioversion, sedation, pain medication management, a number of other emergency lifesaving medications, etc.). They also have advanced education in assessment, treatment, and diagnosis of emergency medical conditions and traumatic injuries.

Classes are held at the Training & Education Center, 235 Estoria St SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. We are just across from Grady EMS headquarters off Memorial Drive, and just minutes from Grady Hospital.

• Grady Health System – 80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr. SE, Atlanta 30303 (ALL Students)
• Southern Regional – 11 Upper Riverdale Rd., Riverdale, GA 30274 (Paramedic Students Only)
• Gwinnett Medical Center – 1000 Medical Center Boulevard, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 (Paramedic Students Only)

Timing varies depending on the clinical site and the program. Most clinical rotations are day shift, but night shift clinical rotations are available.

Grady Emergency Medical Services, 745 Memorial Drive SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30316

The ATI TEAS for Allied Health exam measures basic essential skills in the academic areas of Reading (48 questions), Mathematics (34 questions), Science (54 questions), and English and language usage (34 questions). The ATI TEAS for Allied Health exam is required for:

• EMT Program
• AEMT Program
• Paramedic Program

About the TEAS V for Allied Health

Candidates must first apply online. Then, they must send their preferred date/time for the exam to [email protected] and include the testing date, name, and phone number to see if their desired date is available. Only 10 people per day are allowed to test.

Candidates must create an online account at www.atitesting.com before their exam date. Candidates can find more information and practice exams online at the ATI website – the fee is $70 and must be paid on the day of the exam with a credit or debit card – cash and checks are NOT accepted.

Reminders

• The exam fee is $70, payable at the time of the exam
• Textbooks, notebooks, paper, calculators, and children are not allowed in the testing lab.
• Scratch paper and a pencil are provided and will be collected
• Students may retest after 24 hours
• The exam is given at 235 Estoria St SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
• Students can locate study materials through www.atitesting.com

Requirements

• Photo ID
• Credit card, Debit card, or Pre-paid card for a $70 fee
• Obtaining TEAS V for Allied Health Scores

Results are available and provided immediately after the exam by the proctor. To purchase additional score results, please visit www.atitesting.com.

Our programs are certificate-only and not degree-seeking. We do not offer college credit; however, colleges may provide exemption credit for classes and licensure to put toward a college degree. It is up to the transferring college whether they will grant these exemption credits.

Courses require books, EMS Testing, Platinum Planner clinical tracker, liability insurance, uniform shirts, background check, and National Registry testing fees. Fees are detailed above.

No, we do not offer online classes at this time.

All applicants who pass the TEAS Entrance Exam with a 60% or higher must submit the documents listed in the enrollment packet to the Registrar, no later than 30 days prior to the start of the desired program.

Upon completion of a program, graduates are eligible to take the National Registry of EMTs’ Practical and Written Examination. Georgia requires NREMT certification before submitting an application for state licensure through the Georgia State Office of EMS and Trauma. You must have Georgia licensure before working as a Paramedic, and NREMT certification does not guarantee licensure in Georgia.

For specific licensure questions, visit dph.georgia.gov/EMS

For questions about the National Registry exam, visit www.nremt.org

Valtencia Snow
Admissions/Registrar
[email protected]
(404) 616-7414