Programs + Certifications Overview - southwest ems academy

Programs & Certifications

Our Programs & Certifications offer a clear, flexible pathway to becoming a skilled emergency medical professional through blended learning that combines online coursework and hands-on, in-person training at our Burnet, TX facility. Whether you are a recent high school graduate, working with vulnerable populations, or someone passionate about emergency preparedness, our courses are designed to fit your needs and prepare you for real-world EMS challenges. Explore our four certification levels below, learn which matches your goals, and reach out to start your life-saving journey.

EMT

(Emergency Medical Technician)

The EMT certification advances your patient care capabilities with in-depth training in trauma management, respiratory emergencies, and medication administration. Benefit from a structured syllabus with online modules combined with hands-on skill days and clinical rotations alongside Fire/EMS departments, bringing real-world insights to your learning.

Take the next step in your EMS career—reach out now to discover how our EMT program fits your goals.

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CPR/BLS Training

The AHA’s BLS course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).

Ready to get started? Contact us today to learn more about the CPR/BLS course.

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ACLS PALS Recertification

Our online ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Recertification is designed to accommodate the demanding lifestyle of the 21st century healthcare professional…

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EMR

(Emergency Medical Responder)

Start with the Emergency Medical Responder program to build fundamental skills in patient assessment, scene safety, and basic life support. This course is ideal for first responders, volunteers, or community members wanting to provide immediate care in emergencies. Gain practical experience during prescheduled skills days led by experienced EMS professionals.

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PARAMEDIC

Coming Soon

“I recently had the pleasure of attending EMT Boot Camp week at Southwest EMS Academy, and I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt that I chose the right place for EMT training. I am a former Army medic (91A) and EMT-B re-entering the field of EMS after a 20-year absence. To say I was nervous about relearning skills that I hadn’t used in decades was an understatement, but James, Riley, Mike, and Jen really put me at ease while making the entire learning experience enjoyable and worthwhile. Not only did we get plenty of time to learn and practice all the EMT-level skills, we were afforded the opportunity to witness and familiarize ourselves with certain ALS skills in the skills lab as well.

If you’re looking for an EMT training program in the Austin area and you’re on the fence about Southwest EMS Academy, my advice is to stop looking and enroll at SWEMSA immediately. You’ll have a great experience and they have deep contacts in the Texas EMS community to get you the clinical rotations you need.”