EMT shortage in area: Take advantage of local EMT class in Waukon starting in January

The number of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in this area has dwindled over the years as licensed EMTs have retired but a similar number of new EMTs have not emerged. Allamakee and northern Clayton counties are fortunate to have many emergency response services, but nearly all of them are in need of more EMTs on their service to share the call time, ensuring local emergency services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) will be offering a face-to-face EMT Class in Waukon beginning in January. This class is not offered locally each year, so the fact it will be held in Waukon is a convenience for those wishing to take the course with little travel time.

Enthusiastic, willing volunteers wanting to truly help people are needed to fill this class. Call NICC at 800-728-2256 to register for this January EMT Class in Waukon or for more information, call the Emergency Department at Veterans Memorial Hospital.