Union EMS

Juniors at Union EMS

The Union EMS Juniors program prepares individuals for the world of Emergency Medical Services. Serving alongside fellow Juniors involved in Emergency Services throughout Union County, Union EMS Juniors can expect to be part of a hands-on and fast-paced program that will lead to being fully prepared and highly trained. The Union EMS Juniors program is open to students age 14 to 18, who are interested in a medical field of study.

Requirements

• High School student
• Ages 14-18
• Maintain at least C average in all classes

Meetings and Activities

Union EMS Juniors meet for two hours every other to learn about different areas of the Emergency Medical Services System through hands-on participation and interaction with Union EMS Paramedics. Each meeting will offer Union EMS Juniors a unique opportunity to consider EMS as a potential career and to learn more about healthcare professions in general.

When

Every other Monday 6 to 8pm

Where

Union EMS
1403 Dove Street
Monroe, N.C. 28112
P: (980) 993-7600

Activities for the year

Juniors will have the opportunity to provide input to future activities based on their attendance and participation. Once minimal requirements are met, Juniors will be eligible to schedule ride-alongs with the advisors on the ambulance.

Juniors Goals

• Obtain CPR Certification
• Training in Basic Life Support
• Exposure to Advanced Life Support Concepts
• Develop Working Knowledge of Ambulances and EMS Equipment
• Team Participation and leadership skill development
• Advanced training / education as Juniors interest dictates
• HAVE FUN