LEASA EMT Academy

01/09/2026

EMT-Basic Class Coming to Southern – Starting January 21, 2026!
We are excited to announce an upcoming EMT-Basic (Emergency Medical Technician) class beginning January 21, 2026, at Southern. We are currently accepting all interested students who are ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in pre-hospital healthcare.

Class Details
Location: SWVCTC – Logan
Class Day: Wednesdays
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Length: 15 weeks

Class Format
This course is taught in a flipped classroom format:
Lectures: Completed independently at home through self-study
In-Person Class Time: Dedicated to hands-on skills, practical scenarios, and instructor-guided support, Mike Smith students need extra help
This approach allows students to learn at their own pace while gaining valuable hands-on experience during class.

Why Take This Class?
This program is perfect for anyone looking to:
Further their education
Enter the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Start an exciting, fast-paced, and meaningful career helping others
If you have any questions or would like more information, please feel free to reach out to:
Mike Smith at 304-896-7316
Preston Flemings at 304-688-2344
We would be happy to answer any questions and help you get started

12/28/2025

WV Public Service Training will be conducting an Emergency Medical Technician course beginning January 14, 2026 from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm at the WVPST - Charleston Office (501 22nd. St., Dunbar, WV 25064).

Where: WVPST - Charleston (501 22nd St., Dunbar, WV 25064)

When: January 14, 2026 - April 29, 2026

Planned Meeting Dates: Wednesdays with an online component and additional days to be added

Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Orientation is in person at WVPST - Charleston (501 22nd St., Dunbar, WV 25064) on January 14, 2026.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to sit for the National Registry of EMT's exam, with the initial exam attempt, as mentioned above, being included within the course tuition. This test will be scheduled at your convenience at a Pearson Vue testing center. If seeking certification in a state other than WV, you will not need to complete the WV certification process/fees, and will simply need to pass practical testing and NREMT examination before proceeding with the certification process in your desired state.

Absence allowance is 10% of the total class hours = 15 hours. Make up of missed classes will be at the discretion of the course instructor.

Fee: $770 to include tuition and book

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!!

Class size: 20 participants

To Register: Follow the guidelines in the attached document using the course number in this posting. Should you have any issues, please contact Eva Godbey at eva.godbey@k12.wv.us.

If you have any questions or issues registering, please contact Eva Godbey at eva.godbey@k12.wv.us

12/23/2025

Congratulations - Trace Blair!
Brand New National Registry EMT!

12/08/2025

Congratulations - Jinna Brown!
Brand New National Registry EMT!

12/05/2025

Congratulations Jacob Adair!
Brand New National Registry EMT!

12/02/2025

Congratulations - Cameron Knapp!
Brand new National Registry EMT!

12/02/2025

Congratulations - Shelby Rogers!
Brand new National Registry EMT!

12/02/2025

Congratulations - Jonathan Jones!
Brand new National Registry EMT!

08/05/2025

27 candidates threw their hats in the ring and completed the Service Exam. Over the next couple of weeks they will complete the interview process. Then on to the first day of class, August 25th.

07/31/2025

Application period for the EMT Academy closes tomorrow August 1st.

07/23/2025

County EMT Academy Aims to End Shortage

07/22/2025