EMS Bureau – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director's Blog

Rising to the Challenge & Safe Surroundings: Honoring EMS and trauma workers

By Carla Berg|2022-05-12T08:49:38-07:00May 12th, 2022|Preparedness|

May is National Trauma Awareness Month, presenting an opportunity for each of us to recognize and appreciate the many people working to keep us safe. So does EMS Week, which will be from May 15-21. This year’s theme for National Trauma Awareness Month is “Safe Surroundings,” with a focus on preventing violence and promoting safety [...]

Emergency Medical Technician & Paramedic Certification

By azdhs-admin|2017-02-10T09:51:36-07:00August 12th, 2011|General|

Many people don’t realize one of the critical functions the Department performs is certifying Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT’s), including Paramedics. Our Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma System currently certifies hundreds of new EMT’s and Paramedics each year, helping ensure that Arizona’s Fire Departments and ambulance companies have sufficient staff that are properly trained [...]