No-Cost EMT Training Through the Skills Initiative

Posted by University City District on July 30, 2019

Who should apply?
Goal-oriented, motivated individuals who want to train as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Participants must commit to a full-time training schedule (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm, 8/20/2019-12/31/2019).

Are you eligible?

All applicants must:

• live in Philadelphia
• possess a high school diploma or GED
• hold an active, valid PA driver’s license
• read at a 10th grade level or higher
• be physically fit
• have high-quality people skills
• be committed to train full-time during the day

In this program, we offer:

• EMT certification training (a $1,000 value) costs covered by WPSI.
• A weekly stipend while in training.
• Cutting-edge job connection strategies resulting in over 90% of WPSI graduates finding employment.
• The opportunity to interview for open positions within the Philadelphia Fire Department upon successful completion of the program and NREMT exam.
• An accelerated connection to a career you love and the life you want!

What is WPSI?
The West Philadelphia Skills Initiative is a training program which connects you to the tools, behaviors and supports you need to build a career that can change your life, your family and your community.

APPLY HERE
https://www.tfaforms.com/4747898

Download the flyer
https://www.universitycity.org/sites/default/files/documents/07.19%20EMT%20cohort.pdf

To learn more about this program and submit your application, visit http://westphiladelphiaskills.org