Education & Training
Paramedic
Take your EMS career further with Grady’s Paramedic Program. Learn from top instructors and gain hands-on experience at Georgia’s busiest Level 1 trauma center and 911 ambulance provider.
What is a paramedic?
A Paramedic is an advanced emergency medical responder who provides both basic and advanced life support to critically ill or injured patients in pre-hospital settings, such as a 911 response or during transport.
- Program Course Descriptions
- Student Handbook
- Clinical Education Manual – Paramedic
- Paramedic Program Outcomes
- Information for Graduates to obtain Georgia licensure
They are trained to:
- Administer medications
- Start IVs
- Perform advanced airway management
- Use defibrillators
- Make critical healthcare decisions in high-pressure situations
program details
Course Duration: 17 months
Class Schedules:
- Monday/Tuesday class times: 8 AM – 5 PM
Note: Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met.
What You Need to Enroll
To enroll, you must:
- Students must have obtained their NREMT Advanced EMT certification by the start of class
- Letter of Intent (REQUIRED)
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification
- Certificate of completion for the most recent version of FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
- Certificate of completion of a Traffic Incident Management (TIM) course
- Be 18 or older with a valid state ID or driver’s license
- Provide proof of high school graduation or GED
- Pass a background check and drug screening
- Be up to date on these vaccines: MMR, TDaP, Varicella, Hep B, COVID-19, and Flu
Cost and What’s Included
Program Tuition: $5,050.00
Includes:
- Paramedic Program Tuition (17 months)
- Platinum Planner (web-based clinical scheduling and patient contact tracker)
- EMS Testing (web-based testing tool)
- National Registry Computer-Based Exam Voucher
A payment plan is available.
Extra Pre-Admissions Costs:
- Background check & drug screen: $99.95 base fee, may be higher if the student worked in other states.
- ACEMAPP onboarding: $50
Students are responsible for additional supplies, such as uniform pants, boots, a stethoscope, BP cuff, scissors, textbooks, and school supplies.
Grady EMS does not accept federal financial aid or HOPE grants.
About the screening
Background Check & Drug Screen
You must complete a student background check and drug screening. We do not accept background checks or drug screens from other agencies.
- Go to www.advantagestudents.com and create an account
- Choose Get Started under Place Order, then select “Affiliated Hospital Listings”
- Select Select Hospital – Grady Health System and Program – Student Education (includes a background check and drug screen)
- Enter your personal information, address history, and follow the instructions to complete your screening
our facility
Course Outcomes
Accreditation / Outcomes
Grady Health System’s Paramedic program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
To Contact CAAHEP:
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 – 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727-210-2350
www.caahep.org
To Contact CoAEMSP:
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions
8301 Lakeview Parkway
Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
214-703-8445 / FAX (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
| Paramedic Course Outcomes by Graduation Year | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programmatic Retention Rate | 86% | 82% | 64% | 64% | 67% | 57% | 53% | 50% | 73% |
| Programmatic Pass Rate | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| NRP CBT1 Pass Rate (1st attempt) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 78% | 67% | 71% |
| NRP CBT Pass Rate (by 3rd attempt) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 96% |
| NRP PAT2 Pass Rate (1st attempt) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 96% |
| NRP PAT Pass Rate (by 3rd attempt) | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Positive Job Placement | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Paramedic Course OState v. National Comparison Outcomes by Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia NRP CBT Pass Rate (1st attempt) | 60% | 68% | 67% | 70% | 63% | 69% |
| Georgia NRP CBT Pass Rate (3rd attempt) | 73% | 78% | 80% | 83% | 80% | 85% |
| USA NRP CBT Pass Rate (1st attempt) | 71% | 72% | 69% | 71% | 73% | 73% |
| USA NRP CBT Pass Rate (3rd attempt) | 83% | 83% | 85% | 86% | 87% | 87% |
frequently asked questions
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)
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
Faculty and Staff
- Dean: Steven L. Moyers, EdD, NRP
- Program Director: Keith Blalock, MS, NRP, TR-C
- Medical Director: Ingrid Bloom, MD
Lead Instructors:
- Kayla Aenchbacher, NRP (EMT Program)
- Keith Blalock, MS, NRP, TR-C (Paramedic Program, Veterans Program)
- Katherine Holt, NRP (Paramedic Program)
- Brandon Kindland, NRP (Advanced EMT Program)
- John Rumsey, NRP (EMS Programs and Staff Development Manager)
- Ryan Wolfe, NRP (EMT Program)
How to Apply
- Step 1: Apply online
- Step 2: Complete background check and drug screen via www.advantagestudents.com
- Step 3: Submit proof of immunizations and required documentation
Have Questions?
Grady EMS Academy
235 Estoria Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
[email protected]
(404) 616-7414