EMT Rookie School #55 at MEMS – Little Rock, Arkansas

EMT-B Training (Rookie School)

MEMS offers college level training at our headquarters in downtown Little Rock, AR.
MEMS EMT-B training, otherwise known as Rookie School, is held 3 times each year.

* OUR NEXT PROGRAM BEGINS MAY 4TH, 2026! *

COMPLETE AN APPLICATION TODAY!
~ Applications Close 3/11/2026 ~

To be considered for MEMS EMT Rookie School, you must meet these requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Arkansas driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Minimum age of 19 at the start of class.
• Must be physically fit and able to pass a physical examination.
• Must have acceptable scores on a recent college placement exam. One option is the Accuplacer entrance exam, which is offered onsite at MEMS at no cost to the candidate.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Qualified candidates who are selected for Rookie School will be paid an hourly rate of $12.50 while attending our 9-week, full-time, in-house EMT training, as well as offered full benefits beginning July 1st. After successfully completing the program and obtaining an Arkansas state EMT license and National Registry certification, full-time employment continues with field training. Once complete, graduates are eligible to bid for a full-time shift and be a part of an ambulance crew.

Full-time licensed EMTs with no experience receive hourly pay of $17.25 and full benefits.

If you would like to be considered for Rookie School and have questions or need assistance completing the online application, please contact MEMS HR Department at 501-301-1468 or hr@metroems.org.

MEMS is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. MEMS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current operational needs.

MEMS is committed to providing a safe and healthful workplace. In keeping with this commitment, we maintain a drug, alcohol, and smoke-free working environment. Smoking and tobacco products are not permitted in our facilities, in our vehicles or on company grounds. Pre-employment drug testing is required of all candidates. Employees in safety-sensitive positions, including EMT, Paramedic, and Emergency Medical Dispatcher, are subject to random drug screens.

Applicants certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete and understand that intentional false statements could lead to dismissal as an employee or rejection as an applicant.