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EMT Trainee Program | LifeCare Ambulance
Massachusetts Residents — 2026 Cohorts Now Enrolling

Launch
Your Career
in Emergency
Medical
Transport

LifeCare Ambulance's fully funded EMT Trainee Program turns motivated Massachusetts residents into certified EMS professionals — no prior experience required.

12
Week program
$0
Cost to you
3
2026 cohorts

What You'll Get

Paid training. Zero tuition.Your full certification cost is covered by our program partners.
Expert mentorshipLearn from seasoned EMTs and patient-transport professionals.
Hands-on field trainingSupervised clinical rotations before you earn your EMT certification.
Serve your communityWork in Essex & Middlesex Counties — right where you live.

Spring Cohort starts April 7 — Tue / Wed / Thu  5:00–10:00 pm | Summer 2026 starts July — dates TBD | Winter 2026–2027 program details coming soon

Why LifeCare Ambulance

A Program Built to
Launch Real Careers

We don't just train you — we invest in your future. LifeCare's EMT Trainee Program combines structured classroom learning with hands-on field experience so you graduate ready for the demands of medical transport from day one.

Real-World Clinical Training

Supervised field rotations and hands-on skills labs give you the hours that matter before your first shift on the road.

Learn from the Best

Gain expertise in patient transport, non-emergency medical care, and the service skills that define the LifeCare standard.

Mission-Driven Culture

Join a team committed to safe, reliable, compassionate care — and to making a real difference for patients and families every day.

Program Schedule

2026 Cohort Timeline

Enrollment is now CLOSED.

Cohort Dates Class Schedule Status
Enrollment & Recruitment 2026 – 2028 Rolling / Ongoing TBD
Cohort 1 — Winter 2026 Jan – Apr 2026 Completed March 30 Completed
Cohort 2 — Spring 2026 Apr – Jun 2026 Tue / Wed / Thu
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm		 Completes In July
Cohort 3 — Summer 2026 Jul – Sep 2026 July 22nd - Oct 30th Program Full w/waitling list
Winter Program 2026–2027 Winter 2026–2027 Program Not Finalized Yet Stay Tuned
Technology Requirement: A personal tablet and laptop are required for all program cohorts. Please arrange access before your cohort start date.
Eligibility

Qualifications

All applicants must meet the following criteria. Massachusetts residency is required for all cohorts.

High school diploma or GED
At least 18 years of age
Valid Massachusetts driver's license, clean record for 2+ years
Physical ability to bend, lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately
Demonstrated ability to apply clinical care per policies and procedures
Sound decision-making under pressure
Pass background check (CORI), drug screen, and fit-test
Commitment to exemplary patient and customer service
Must meet program partner eligibility criteria

Prior driving experience in a commercial or medical transport setting is a plus, but not required.

Applications Now Closed

Ready to Take
the First Step?

At LifeCare Ambulance, we're committed to developing skilled EMTs who make a real difference every day. Start your training with us and become part of something meaningful for your family and your community.

Contact Us
hr@lifecareambulance.org 866-905-1681 240 Pleasant St, Methuen, MA
Funded by
MassHire Merrimack Valley Workforce Board
Commonwealth Corporation

MassHire Programs & Services are funded in full by U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) Employment and Training Administration grants. Additional details furnished upon request.