DeKalb Technical College receives EMS training vehicle from Newton Medical Center
According to a recent survey, more than a third of the state’s emergency medical services have at least one unfilled EMT position and more than half have an unfilled job for a paramedic, which requires a higher level of training. Newton Medical Center recently donated an ambulance for use in training emergency medical personnel at DeKalb Technical College. Capt. Carli Cuendet, with Newton Medical EMS, was instrumental in securing this vehicle for the College.
Pictured (L-R) receiving the keys to the EMS unit: Dean Bill Godhes; EMS Program Director Bobbi Gulley; DeKalb Technical College President Robin Hoffman; Newton Medical EMS Director James Osburn; Elaine Williams, Department Chair for Health and Human Services; EMS Program Director for Fire Sciences Becky Hill.
The Paramedic Technology Diploma Program at DeKalb Technical College prepares students for employment in paramedic positions in today’s health services field. For more information on the program contact: Rebecca C. Hill, Program Director, EMS Programs, DeKalb Technical College 404-297-9522 X 1161/5319 or Bobbi Gulley, Program Director, at 404-297-9522, ext. 1165.
