Hennepin EMS Emergency and Critical Care Education

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years with Hennepin EMS! 🎉

Join us in recognizing an incredible milestone for our dedicated educators.

Pictured are our full-time educators: Abby Solberg (AHA Coordinator) and Andy Schiefelbein (EMT Coordinator for our fire-based EMT programs).

Not pictured but equally valued are our casual educators, Kris Helberg and Dylan Geiger.

Thank you all for a decade of commitment, passion, and impact at HEMS. Your contributions continue to strengthen the programs and students we teach!

Hennepin EMS Education will be starting our next EMT course on June 1, 2026! Registration is now open! See the attached flyer for more information.

This week our Paramedic Trainee Program celebrated the completion of their program with a graduation ceremony! This group of team members began their journey as EMTs, spending 40 hours per week for the last 10 months completing the rigorous demands of our paramedic program. Their program graduation is a moment of pride, as once they pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam they will transition to their new role as Hennepin EMS paramedics and begin the Academy. Their next six months will consist of additional classroom education and instruction under a Field Training Officer to become street ready. A shout out not only to this cohort, but also to the Hennepin EMS Emergency and Critical Care Education team and paramedic preceptors for the dedication and hard work!

Congratulations!

In January, Memorial Blood Centers declared a statewide blood emergency in Minnesota, with a 40% post-holiday donation decline resulting in a less than two-day blood supply for hospitals across the state. This declaration comes at a time when many Minnesotans are seeking meaningful ways to support their communities.

To help meet the call for blood donations in Minnesota, our team hosted a blood drive in our EMS Education space where our staff and neighbors stepped forward to help solve our state’s blood shortage.

Thank you to all who donated including first responders from Hennepin EMS and Minneapolis Fire Department. Together, we exceeded our blood drive goal, potentially saving over 110 lives!

Also, a special thanks to KARE 11 for coming by to spotlight this community blood drive!

To view current eligibility guidelines or make an appointment, visit mbc.org or call 1.888.448.3253.

https://www.kare11.com/video/news/local/first-responders-host-blood-drive/89-6ff17997-54bc-40f3-bbcc-a8048b34315b

Congratulations to the Hennepin EMS 2025 Educator of the Year, Mark Cusick. Mark was recognized at our annual awards gala in late 2025. Mark has had a major role in elevating our tactical EMS education in the region, including working with partners like the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources , University of Minnesota Twin Cities, and more. He and his team log thousands of education hours a year, advancing EMS in our region and developing the next generation of first responders. He’s a great mentor to his fellow HEMS team members, and we are honored to have him. Congrats, Mark!

The Hennepin EMS Education Division will be starting their next EMT course on January 26th, 2026! Registration is now open! See the attached flyer for more information.

There are a few seats left!!
Class begins next week, so register today!

🚨 Dreaming of a career in EMS?
Start strong — become an EMT! 🚑
Fall EMT Course registration is NOW OPEN!
Hands-on training, real-world skills, and a future in emergency care awaits.

🚨 Hiring Alert – Join the Hennepin EMS Education Team! 🚨
Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of paramedics and EMTs? We want to hear from you!
Hennepin EMS Education is hiring for multiple exciting positions, including:
🩺 Clinical Coordinator – Help lead our dynamic Paramedic Program
🔥 EMS Educator – Support our PSA Fire partners
📚 Casual Educators – Assist across all of our course offerings
We’re looking for individuals with:
✅ Strong leadership skills
✅ A passion for teaching and mentoring
✅ A commitment to educational excellence
Join a team that’s making a real impact in emergency medical services. Please see the attached flyer for more details and direct links to apply.
Spread the word or apply today – your next great opportunity is here!

🚨 Dreaming of a career in EMS?
Start strong — become an EMT! 🚑
Fall EMT Course registration is NOW OPEN!
Hands-on training, real-world skills, and a future in emergency care awaits.

🚨 We're Hiring: EMS Educator at Hennepin EMS Education 🚑
Are you a creative, self-motivated educator with a passion for shaping the future of prehospital emergency medicine? We're looking for someone just like you to join our dynamic team at Hennepin EMS Education in Minneapolis!
This isn't just a teaching role—it's a chance to inspire, train, and prepare the next generation of EMS professionals. If you're energized by innovation in education, driven to make a difference, and ready to share your expertise, we want to hear from you!

In December, Cindy Anderson retired after devoting 35 years to Hennepin Healthcare as a paramedic and educator. During her career she made such a huge impact on patients, students and her coworkers. We miss working alongside her but are so happy that she’s off enjoying new adventures in life! We ❤️you Cin