Train. Certify. Save lives — City EMT.
City EMT is a San Francisco career-training program for young adults 18–24, proudly supported by Dustys' Fishing Well. Hands-on EMT certification, real credentials, and a path into emergency medicine — free, full-time, and stipend-paid.
Workforce training with real wrap-around support
City EMT is a San Francisco–based nonprofit organization, established in 2018, providing first responder workforce development training to young adults aged 18–24 in an expanded EMT curriculum (four-month) program.
We couple the curriculum with comprehensive wrap-around services that have been found to increase the success rate of participants. Through our partnerships with vital community organizations, we offer case management, life coaching, mental health services, housing-stability support, food and nutrition assistance, and help establishing employment viability through criminal background reviews.
More about our missionFree & stipend-paid
No tuition, no cost to participants — equipment, materials, and uniforms included.
4-month, full-time EMT certification
An expanded curriculum for ages 18–24, no prior medical experience needed.
See our cohorts in action
A look at Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) drill training — a hands-on collaboration with the San Francisco Fire Department, our private ambulance employer partners, and volunteers acting as simulated patients.
Our partners make our work possible
We thank them for all of the contributions, time, and energy these organizations have committed to helping us meet our goals.
Applications for Cohort 13 open late November 2026
Read through the application requirements before starting — the selection process is competitive. Have your documents ready: ID or license, HS diploma/GED, resume, COVID vaccination card, HS transcript, and (optional) college transcript.
View Application Requirements