Grady EMS Academy

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.

Courses require books, EMS Testing, Platinum Planner clinical tracker, liability insurance, uniform shirts, background check, and National Registry testing fees. Find a complete list on our program pages.

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