Gadsden, AL – In a move to enhance emergency medical training, American Medical Emergency Dispatch (AMED), a local ambulance service, has generously donated a 2015 Chevy Type I Ambulance to Gadsden State Community College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program.
The donation marks a stride in advancing EMS education at Gadsden State, providing invaluable resources for students to train in real-world scenarios and enhance their skills in emergency vehicle operations.
John Hollingsworth, director of Gadsden State’s EMS Program, expressed gratitude for the donation, emphasizing its impact on student learning. “We can now simulate all aspects of patient care in EMS,” he stated. “The new ambulance allows us to train in motion and with the actual equipment used in the field. We are so grateful to AMED for this generous donation.”
Dr. Joey Battles, dean of Health Sciences at Gadsden State, echoed Hollingsworth’s sentiment, highlighting the importance of the donation in bolstering the EMS Program’s training capabilities. “We are focused on providing excellent healthcare training,” he emphasized. “This donation contributes to the training of students to ensure they excel in this vital field.”
Gadsden State’s EMS Program trains students across three levels of pre-hospital care providers—emergency medical technicians (EMTs), advanced EMTs, and paramedics. With a curriculum designed to simulate real-world scenarios and hands-on training, students are equipped to stabilize and transport patients in need of care to area hospitals.
“Our program offers comprehensive training that prepares students for the demands of the field,” Hollingsworth explained. “With 100 percent job placement for our graduates, students can enter the EMS workforce with confidence.”
Battles emphasized the strength of Gadsden State’s EMS Program, attributing its success to the dedication of faculty and staff. “Their commitment to excellence and student success sets our program apart,” he noted. “They are shaping the future leaders of EMS through their expertise and mentorship.”
The donation from AMED not only enhances training opportunities for EMS students but also underscores the collaborative efforts between local organizations and educational institutions to bolster healthcare education and support the next generation of emergency medical professionals.
