by Breon Thacker

One of the many career pathways students can choose at Patterson High School is the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) pathway.

“I enjoy giving students the opportunity to have a good career”, said Mr. Casey, the EMT teacher.

Mr. Casey has been teaching EMT classes for 13 years now. His main focus is to help students gain opportunities to do what he loves to do.

The Patterson EMT program has been around for 10+ years. The program trains and teaches cadets (students) things that happen in the field and in real life situations. 

The Program provides great opportunities for students when they get out of high school, such as getting a job right after graduation.

“When you get out of high school, you can become EMTs or you can go to community college.”, explained Mr. Casey.

There are opportunities for students to volunteer in the summertime at their local firehouses, providing them with different work experiences.

The EMT program is a great option for students who want to go into the field as an emergency healthcare provider or have the drive to help others and want to be a difference maker.