EMS Training Programs Tuition Assistance
The CTCCE and the Injury Violence and Prevention Program have received two grants from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) of the US Department Health and Human Services (HHS). These grants fund several projects include providing tuition vouchers for EMS training Programs.
Qualifying individuals may receive a tuition voucher that can be applied to tuition for a VCU CTCCE-sponsored Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT), or Paramedic course.
The voucher is only applied to tuition/registration fees - it cannot be used for books or other expenses.
| Course | Max Voucher* | Current Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| EMT | $1200 | $1200 |
| AEMT | $3000 | $3000 |
| I/RN to P | $4500 | $4500 |
| Paramedic | $4500 | $7500 |
*The amounts shown, the amount of each voucher awarded to qualifying individuals, and number of vouchers available are subject to change and to funding availability during the current grant cycle.
To Qualify
To qualify for a voucher, the applicant needs to meet one of the following criteria:
- Member of a racial, ethnic, or gender group underrepresented in Emergency Medical Services, or
- Currently work or volunteer as an EMT or higher in an agency services an area classified as "rural" by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
Requirements
Please note individuals who qualify and elect to participate and receive a voucher will we required to participate in training on public health, addiction, response to substance abuse, mental health, domestic and intimate partner violence, and patient motivational interviewing. Awardees must also agree to participate in grant data collection and course surveys.
Application of the grant does not guarantee an award. Award amounts and voucher approval are distributed based on available funds. Tuition is subject to change without notice. Students accepted into the program are responsible for full tuition. Vouchers are applied to outstanding tuition and fees.
These projects are funded by two grants from HHS:
Need more Information?
Individuals and Agencies may contact Dr. Simmons for additional information.
Patrick H. Simmons, Ed.D., NRP.
Assistant Director for Outreach and EMS Programs
patrick.simmons@vcuhealth.org