Due to a shortage of applicants, the Killingworth Ambulance Association has been forced to reschedule its fall EMT classes from this month to January.

It marks the third straight autumn that EMT classes had to be moved or canceled. Three years ago, it was moved from September to January because of insufficient enrollment. A year ago it was cancelled because of the COVID pandemic.

Now this.

Originally, the classes were to begin Sept. 2 but had to be canceled when they couldn’t be filled. Now, according to preliminary plans, the course is scheduled to start Jan. 11, with classes every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-10 p.m. and five Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. It is expected to conclude in May, though no specific date has been set.

Classes are open to all persons who turn 16 by the last class.

As has been the case in years past, the course will be taught by Mike and Marguerite Haaga. Marguerite is vice president of the KAA’s board of directors. Mike is the Chief of Service. Both are EMTs.

Despite atypical circumstances that included masks, social distancing and one student who attended classes via Zoom from Idaho, the last course was a success. Ten individuals participated, with eight becoming certified EMTs and six joining the Killingworth Ambulance Association.

The course is worth 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.