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
Applications for the Spring 2027 EMT Program are now being accepted. Please review the course brochure below; applications must be submitted by October 30. Overview SCCAD’s EMS Academy offers two EMT classes this year beginning in January and August. The January and August classes meet on Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and run […]
Paramedic Exploration Academy
The application period for the 2026/2027 Paramedic Exploration Academy is now closed. We will begin taking applications for the 2027/2028 school year in August 2027. Fall 2026 Cohort will take place on Wednesday evenings from September 23 to October 21; Spring 2026 cohort will run on Wednesdays from March 31 to April 28. The SCCAD […]
Paramedic Program
Registration for our January 2027 Paramedic Program is now open. The course brochure, which includes application information, can be found below. Completed applications must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, November 6. Overview SCCAD’s Training Academy offers a Paramedic Program beginning in August and January each year. The August class meets most Tuesdays and […]
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.