Applications are now open for the July Cohort of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Corps program. This career pathway program aims to provide underserved community members an entry into the health care sector.

This program is a partnership between San Mateo County Health and Alameda County’s EMS Corps Program.  

This is a 5-month full-time no-cost training program to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Participants will receive a $10,000 student grant ($2,000 per month) to cover living expenses. The program provides mentorship and job performance coaching to young adults (18-26 years with High School Diploma/GED). The goal is to support people with barriers to employment and education in San Mateo County. Graduates can apply to positions in the emergency medical services field, that can grow into thriving careers in health care.  

EMTs have the potential to become: 

• paramedics 
• medical assistants 
• radiologic technologist 
• registered nurses 
• firefighters 
• police officers 

Apply before May 30, 2025. Learn more about the program and view testimonials.

Have questions or recommendations? Email Sonali Suratkar, County Health Anchor Lead, at ssuratkar@smcgov.org.

Application link: https://alcoemscorps.org/apply/July-2025