Lafayette EMT Program

Become an Emergency Medical Technician in 12 weeks

Lafayette EMT Program

Become an Emergency Medical Technician in 12 weeks

Make A Difference Every Day

EMT is an entry-level position in the emergency medical services field. In as few as 12 weeks, you can learn the skills you will need to work as part of a medical response team. EMTs provide basic emergency medical care and transportation to patients who access the EMS system. Medics make a difference, every day.

Class starts November 17, 2025

Why become an EMT?

The Lafayette class costs around $1900
Make a direct impact on your community
Travel options are available for remote opportunities
Tuition reimbursement for those individuals who sign on to work for Acadian Ambulance

2916 N. University Ave. Lafayette, LA 70507

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The Skills You Will Learn

Opening the airway and providing artificial ventilation
Delivery of semi-automated defibrillation
Controlling severe bleeding
Dressing and bandaging wounds
Splinting injured extremities
Delivery and care of infants
Emergency care for patients
Communications and medical record-keeping

Hear it from our medics

Perks of Acadian

Stable Income
Employee-Owned
Comprehensive Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement