NREMT certified

EMT training in Georgia.

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About the certification

Becoming a Emergency Medical Technician in Georgia.

An emergency medical technician (EMT) is a frontline responder trained to provide basic emergency care, including CPR, bleeding control, airway management, and patient assessment. EMTs are vital in stabilizing patients and transporting them to medical facilities. In Georgia, aspiring Emergency Medical Technicians can choose from 56 accredited training programs designed to prepare students for certification and career success in emergency medical services.

Certification Requirements: To become a certified Emergency Medical Technician in Georgia, you must complete an accredited training program and pass the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams. National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification is recognized nationwide.

Program Options: EMT programs in Georgia are offered by community colleges, technical schools, fire departments, and private training organizations. Programs vary in schedule, format, and duration, with classroom instruction, hands-on skills labs, and clinical rotations.

Career Opportunities: Upon certification, Emergency Medical Technicians in Georgia can work for ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, urgent care facilities, and industrial settings.

Programs

56 EMT programs in Georgia.

Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher St NW, Covington, GA 30014

The 10 Week Accelerated EMT Course is an intensive program designed to prepare students for becoming entry-level emergency medical technicians. The course includes classroom instruction, practical labs, and real-world clinical experiences. Students will gain skills in patient assessment, airway management, and trauma care, aligning with the curriculum required for the NREMT certification.

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Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher St NW, Covington, GA 30014

This intensive course accelerates your path to becoming an EMT within five weeks through rigorous training. It combines classroom and hands-on learning experiences to cover essential topics such as emergency care, basic life support, and patient transport. Graduates will be well-prepared to take the NREMT exams and excel in providing emergency medical services.

Basic
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2801 Allen Creek Road, Gainesville, GA 30507

Training in basic emergency medical care for firefighter/EMTs

Basic
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Gainesville, GA 30507

This program is designed for students aspiring to become Emergency Medical Technicians. It covers basic emergency care procedures and patient handling in urgent situations. Upon completion, students will be prepared to provide critical care to trauma and emergent patients as certified EMTs.

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1599 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30322

An innovative combined curriculum that allows students to explore AEMT-level topics alongside EMT fundamentals, even without prior EMS certification. The program uses an integrated curriculum where EMT and AEMT content is woven together throughout the course, with approximately 160 hours of internship shifts across both semesters.

Basic
$2,100
Atlanta, GA

This two-semester program integrates EMT and AEMT training for comprehensive emergency medical services education. It aims to equip participants with essential skills like patient assessment, emergency medication administration and advanced procedures. With hands-on training and clinical rotations, learners are prepared for in-field challenges.

Basic
$2,100
3001 E. First Street, Vidalia, GA 30474

The Emergency Medical Technician Certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. Successful completion allows graduates to take the National Registry EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT.

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1701 Carswell Avenue, Waycross, GA 31503

The Emergency Medical Technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. Successful completion allows graduates to take the NREMT EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure.

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900 South Georgia Tech Parkway, Americus, GA 31709

The Emergency Medical Technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. Successful completion allows graduates to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT.

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Trinity EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
1501 13th St, Columbus, GA 31901

The EMT program, lasting about 6 months, provides foundational training in emergency medical services. Students learn lifesaving techniques including patient assessment, respiratory care, and emergency cardiac services. The course covers a range of procedures from basic lifesaving to handling complex emergency situations, providing essential skills before advanced help arrives.

Basic
$2,400

Lanier Technical College

NREMT Accredited
2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507

Entry-level program that prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. Successful completion allows graduates to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT.

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1475 Laney-Walker Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30912

Prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. Successful completion allows students to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT.

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3200 Augusta Tech Dr., Augusta, GA 30906

The EMT program at Augusta Technical College covers essential emergency medical care techniques and procedures. Students will be trained in life-saving skills, patient assessment, and emergency response. The program is designed to prepare students for real-world scenarios in emergency medical services.

Basic
$5,944

Albany Technical College

NREMT Accredited
1704 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA 31701

Prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. Successful completion allows graduates to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT.

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Athens Technical College

NREMT Accredited
800 Highway 29 N, Athens, GA 30601

Program to prepare Emergency Medical Technicians competent in cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains. Graduates have the opportunity to continue to the Paramedicine program upon completion of required core classes.

Basic
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1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

EMT certification program providing basic life support including patient assessment, airway management, and use of automatic defibrillator.

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One Maurice Culberson Drive, Rome, GA 30161

EMT certificate program that prepares students for emergency medical technician certification. Offered at Floyd, Gordon, and Whitfield Murray Campuses.

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Lawrenceville, GA 30043

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. The curriculum includes learning to assess patient conditions, administer appropriate emergency medical treatment, and transport patients safely. The program emphasizes practical, hands-on training to ensure graduates are skilled and ready for certification and fieldwork.

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One Joseph E. Kennedy Blvd, Statesboro, GA 30458

Prepares students for Emergency Medical Technician certification with exit point from the Paramedicine Technology program.

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Gold Cross EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
4328 Wheeler Road, Martinez, GA 30907

Typically 4-5 months long, held 1-2 days per week during normal business hours (9am-5pm). Meets requirements for students to obtain their license in Georgia or South Carolina as an EMT after successfully completing the course and passing the NREMT cognitive exam.

Basic
$1,800

Grady EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
235 Estoria Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Entry-level prehospital emergency medical provider training with hands-on training at Georgia's busiest Level 1 trauma center. Students learn rapid field stabilization, treatment, and transport to the Emergency Department.

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176 Murphy Campus Blvd, Waco, GA 30182

Comprehensive training to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation to injured or sick patients in the pre-hospital setting. Students who complete the program are eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) cognitive and psychomotor certification examinations.

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Grady EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
235 Estoria St SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

The EMT Program at Grady EMS Academy prepares participants to provide essential pre-hospital emergency care. Students train in CPR, AED use, patient stabilization, and emergency response skills, important for 911 scenarios. The curriculum combines classroom knowledge and field training, ensuring candidates are ready to support patients in critical situations.

Basic
$1,900
80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088

Prepares students as Emergency Medical Technicians to provide emergency medical care.

Basic
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5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043

Certificate program for Emergency Medical Technician.

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1500 Highway 197 N, Clarkesville, GA 30523

The Emergency Medical Technician certificate program prepares students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. Successful completion allows graduates to take the NREMT EMT certification examination and apply for Georgia licensure as an EMT.

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265 Bicentennial Trail, Rock Spring, GA 30739

The EMT certificate program provides essential skills in basic life support and emergency medical procedures. The curriculum focuses on hands-on training and real-world scenarios to prepare for emergency medical situations in pre-hospital settings and various medical facilities.

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2109 Valor Drive, Marietta, GA 30008

The second phase includes EMT and AEMT training over 22 weeks, with both basic and advanced levels. Participants engage in classroom learning and clinical rotations. The program aims for recruits to pass major exams and the National Registry tests to become certified EMTs and AEMTs, capable of handling real-life emergency situations efficiently.

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Lanier Technical College

NREMT Accredited
2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507

Entry-level diploma program for the Paramedicine program. Upon completion, students earn both Emergency Medical Technician and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician certificates and can move into the paramedicine program at the diploma level.

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One Maurice Culberson Drive, Rome, GA 30161

EMS Professions diploma program covering EMT and AEMT with pre-occupational courses. Offered at Floyd and Gordon County Campuses.

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5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043

Diploma program covering EMT and AEMT certificates over 2 semesters.

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Albany Technical College

NREMT Accredited
Albany, GA

The EMT program at Albany Technical College trains students to become Emergency Medical Technicians, providing essential skills for first-response situations. Students learn to assess patients, manage respiratory, trauma, and cardiac emergencies, and gain field experience. Graduates are prepared for the national certification exam and immediate employment in the EMS field.

Basic
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Americus, GA 31709

The EMT program at South Georgia Technical College is designed to prepare students to provide basic emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients. The program covers all foundational emergency medical skills, including patient assessment and management of a wide array of emergencies. By completing this program, students become eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians exam.

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Acworth, GA 30102

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide basic emergency medical care. The program includes hands-on training in medical and trauma emergencies, and prepares students to take the NREMT certification exam. Graduates are prepared to work in emergency medical services providing pre-hospital care under the guidance of healthcare providers.

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112 Haynes Street, Marietta, GA 30060

Basic Emergency Medical Technician training covering patient assessment, airway management, trauma, and pediatrics. Training includes classroom instruction, clinical hours with ambulance crews, and hands-on experience in various clinical settings.

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980 South Cobb Drive, Marietta, GA 30060

A 15-week program designed to train students to become Emergency Medical Technicians. Classes are scheduled two days a week with hands-on clinical training. Students learn to assess and prioritize patient needs and provide life support in emergency situations.

Basic
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Platinum EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
2901 Warm Springs Rd, Columbus, GA 31904

204 hours of classroom instruction with hands-on lab skills and field clinical time on an ambulance, using high-fidelity manikins and real training ambulance for real-life simulations.

Basic
$2,500
235 Estoria St SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

Entry-level prehospital emergency medical provider program. Students learn rapid field stabilization, treatment, and transport to the Emergency Department. The program includes classroom, lab, and clinical experiences with lifesaving techniques such as CPR, AED use, airway management, tourniquet application, splinting, and emergency childbirth.

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MetroAtlanta EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
1818 Briarcliff Industrial Court, Brookhaven, GA 30329

Full-time paid EMT recruit class starting May 5, 2026. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 0700–1530. Participants must sign a two-year employment agreement.

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Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014

Accelerated 10-week program meeting two days a week 9am-6pm. Allows students to work other jobs or attend other college classes while completing EMT certification.

Basic
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Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014

Intensive 5-week accelerated program meeting Monday-Friday 9am-6pm. Requires full-time commitment with online and hands-on lab components.

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RedHaven EMS

NREMT Accredited
123 Alabama Street, Lumpkin, GA 31815

RedHaven EMS offers a comprehensive Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic certification course covering airway management, patient assessment, trauma care, medical emergencies, and ambulance operations. Students gain hands-on experience through skills labs and clinical rotations in preparation for the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams.

Basic
$1,495

Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014

Flexible program allowing students to complete coursework in 3-5 weeks to one year with personal coach support. Combines online learning, hands-on labs, and in-field clinical training with customizable scheduling.

Basic
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Georgia EMS Academy

NREMT Accredited
1954 Airport Road, Chamblee, GA 30341

The EMT Program is a 12-week intensive, meeting once weekly on Sundays for four hours and includes a 48-hour clinical experience on an ambulance. Enrollment includes textbooks, malpractice insurance, uniforms, and essential equipment; prerequisites include holding an NREMT EMR certificate. The program offers a unique pace and comprehensive instruction to adequately prepare candidates for fieldwork.

14 weeks
Basic
$2,000

Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014

Hybrid program that meets up to four days a month on campus with the rest online. Foundation course for all levels of EMS providers, requiring over 150 hours of classroom training and over 24 hours of in-field clinical training.

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Gainesville, GA 30501

The EMT Training program at Hall County Interactive Fire Academy is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required for emergency medical services. Through hands-on experience, participants will learn about patient assessment, CPR, and the use of emergency medical equipment. This program targets individuals aspiring to become certified emergency medical technicians and prepares them for real-world emergency situations.

Basic
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3117 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, GA 30906

Emergency Medical Technician Basic certification training for firefighters and public

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3117 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, GA 30906

Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate certification training

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Temple, GA 30179

Faithful Guardian Training Center's EMT/AEMT Combination Course spans 7 to 11 months and trains students in both Basic and Advanced EMT skills. Covering key topics such as airway management and intravenous therapy, the program culminates in eligibility for the National Registry Examination for EMT and AEMT licensure.

Basic
$4,200

Georgia Institute of EMS

NREMT Accredited
1191 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014

Combined program bundling EMT and AEMT courses together. Gets students certified at both levels in less than a year with substantial discounts for upfront commitment.

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2495 Hamilton Road, LaGrange, GA 30241

7 to 11-month program combining EMT and AEMT into a complete course of study, covering anatomy and physiology, patient assessment, airway management, oxygen therapy, treatment of medical emergencies, automated external defibrillation, IV access and pharmacology.

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7810 Highway 85, Riverdale, GA 30274

A 20-week initial education program that provides students without prior medical training the ability to acquire a license in Georgia as an EMT and/or Advanced EMT, with national recognition through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Covers EMT and AEMT knowledge and skills including intravenous cannulation and therapy, airway assessment and treatment, and pharmacological intervention.

Basic
$2,500
5717 White Bluff Rd, Savannah, GA 31405

This program offers comprehensive training, allowing students to earn certifications in Firefighter I, EMT, and AEMT, broadening their employment opportunities. The curriculum combines online and practical sessions with state-specific EMS certification requirements. Graduates are prepared for immediate employment and ready for roles across the nation aiding both civilian and military personnel.

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1560 Metropolitan Parkway, SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

Certificate program in pre-hospital emergency medical services operations.

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1701 Carswell Avenue, Waycross, GA 31503

The Prehospital EMS Operations certificate program combines Emergency Medical Technician and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician training. This certificate prepares students to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation.

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80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088

Provides training in prehospital EMS operations.

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FAQ

Common questions.

About EMT training in Georgia.

01How long does EMT training take in Georgia?

EMT training programs in Georgia typically take around 14 weeks to complete. The duration can vary depending on whether you choose a full-time or part-time program schedule. Program lengths range from 14 to 14 weeks among the 1 programs in our directory.

02How much does EMT certification cost in Georgia?

The average cost for EMT training in Georgia is approximately $2,631. Program tuition ranges from $1,495 to $5,944 depending on the training organization and program format. Some programs may offer financial aid, payment plans, or scholarship opportunities.

03Are EMT programs in Georgia accredited?

All EMT programs listed on FirstRespondersHub meet accreditation standards set by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT). NREMT accreditation ensures programs meet national standards for curriculum, instruction, and student outcomes, making graduates eligible for certification exams and employment as Emergency Medical Technicians.

04What should I expect from EMT training in Georgia?

EMT training in Georgia combines classroom instruction with hands-on practical experience. Programs cover an emergency medical technician (emt) is a frontline responder trained to provide basic emergency care, including cpr, bleeding control, airway management, and patient assessment. emts are vital in stabilizing patients and transporting them to medical facilities. You'll learn through lectures, skills labs, and clinical rotations before taking the NREMT certification exam. Most programs also include CPR certification and prepare you for immediate entry into the workforce upon graduation.