The Killingworth Ambulance Association this fall resumes its EMT course, with the first class scheduled for Sept. 2 at the association’s Route 81 headquarters.
And that’s news.
It’s the first time in three years the KAA has held the course in autumn. Two years ago, it was postponed because of low enrollment … then resumed in January. A year ago, it was canceled because of the COVID pandemic. Now it’s back on schedule.
Classes will convene on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-10 p.m., along with five Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. All will include CPR, patient assessment and treatment.
The course is scheduled to end Dec. 14.
As usual, the class will be taught by Mike and Marguerite Haaga. Marguerite is vice president of the KAA’s board of directors. Mike is Chief of Service. Both are EMTs.
Despite atypical circumstances last year that included masks, social distancing and one student who attended classes via Zoom from Idaho, the course was a success. Ten individuals participated, with eight becoming certified EMTs — including six who joined the Killingworth Ambulance Association.
The course is six college credits and highly recommended for persons interested in pursuing courses in medical fields. For more information, please contact the KAA at (860) 663-2450.