For over two decades, St. Charles County Ambulance District has prepared the next generation of skilled clinicians via our Training Academy. We offer Paramedic, EMT, and CEU/Certificate courses led by experienced paramedics that develop patient-centric critical thinking skills, preparing students for a rewarding career in EMS.
More recently, we launched the Paramedic Exploration Academy – an immersive, hands-on opportunity for high school students considering medical or first responder careers to learn about the profession.
EMT Program
Registration for our Fall 2026 EMT Program cohort is now open. Download the course brochure below, which includes application information and other important details. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Friday, June 5. Overview SCCAD’s EMS Academy offers two EMT classes this year beginning in January and August. The January and August classes […]
Paramedic Exploration Academy
Registration for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Paramedic Exploration Academy cohorts is now closed. Registration for Fall 2026/Spring 2027 will take place in August 2026. Fall 2025 Cohort will take place on Wednesday evenings from September 24 to October 22; Spring 2026 cohort will run on Wednesdays from April 1 to 29. The SCCAD […]
Paramedic Program
Registration for our August 2026 Paramedic Program is now open. Download the course brochure below, which includes application information and other important details. Applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on Friday, June 12. Overview SCCAD’s Training Academy offers a Paramedic Program beginning in August and January each year. The August class meets most Tuesdays […]
CEU & Certificate Courses
In addition to our American Heart Association, EMT and Paramedic Programs, St. Charles County Ambulance District’s Training Center offers a variety of CEU and Certificate Courses that yield continuing education credit for paramedics, EMTs and other providers. Our course offerings change regularly based on demand and availability.