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Education & Training

Grady is one of the world’s preeminent teaching hospitals. We offer world-class education and training in six areas.

Grady EMS Academy
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)

Requires:

  • Valid state-issued ID or driver’s license
  • Acceptable passing score on entrance exam

Duration: 20 weeks

Type: Emergency Medical Technician certificate program

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Requires:

  • Valid state-issued ID or driver’s license
  • ATI TEAS Exam of 60% or higher

Duration: 20 weeks

Type: Paramedic certificate program (entry level)

Paramedic

Requires:

  • Valid state-issued ID or driver’s license
  • Acceptable passing score on entrance exam
  • Letter of Intent (REQUIRED)

Duration: 16 months

Type: Paramedic certificate program

Nursing
Nurse Externship

Requires:

  • Official school transcript (sealed)
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation from instructors
  • Current BLS

Duration: Core 8-week program

Type: Paid summer position

Pharmacy
PGY-2 Ambulatory Care Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Start in early July and run for 52 weeks

Type: Residency, mentorship

PGY-2 Critical Care Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Start in early July and run for 52 weeks

Type: Residency, mentorship

PGY-2 Emergency Medicine Pharmacy Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Start in early July and run for 52 weeks

Type: Residency, mentorship

PGY-2 Infectious Diseases Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Start in early July and run for 52 weeks

Type: Residency, mentorship

PGY-2 Internal Medicine Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Start in early July and run for 52 weeks

Type: Residency, mentorship

PGY-2 Oncology Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Start in early July and run for 52 weeks

Type: Residency, mentorship

PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency

Requires: Varies from program to program

Duration: Begins mid-June and concludes on June 30 of the following year

Type: Residency, mentorship

Our Education & Training programs at a Glance


Grady EMS Academy

Grady Health System’s EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic programs prioritize quality patient care with exceptional academic and clinical content.

Nursing

Grady Health System offers many career paths for registered nurses. Whether you have many years of experience or have just completed your associate’s degree.

Schools of Radiation and Imaging Technologies

Our Schools of Radiation and Imaging Technologies provide top-tier academic and clinical training for graduates to excel in any environment.

Medical Interpreter Academy

Our Medical Interpreter Academy develops qualified language professionals through accessible, real-world training designed by experienced hospital interpreters.

Clinical Pastoral Education

Grady’s Clinical Pastoral Education program develops personal and professional skills for clergy, seminarians, religious order members, and qualified laypersons.

Pharmacy

Established in 1996, Grady’s pharmacy residencies offer 52 weeks of training under full-time clinical pharmacist preceptors.