Prospective first responders at Northeast Mississippi Community College in Booneville now have a new tool at their disposal.
Through a partnership with Baptist Ambulance and Priority OnDemand, students in the school’s paramedic program now have access to a fully-equipped ambulance. The vehicle will serve as a mobile classroom, offering pupils an opportunity to gain experience in real-world emergencies.
The vehicle’s donation to the community college marks a full-circle moment for Priority OnDemand CEO Bryan Gibson, who began his EMS career as a paramedic in Prentiss County. Gibson credits his early experiences in northeast Mississippi as foundational to his career in emergency medical services and healthcare leadership.
“As someone who got their start right here in Prentiss County, I know firsthand how important access to real-world training is in preparing the next generation of paramedics,” Gibson said. “We’re proud to invest in the future of EMS by supporting Northeast’s outstanding program.”
The community college’s paramedic program trains students for careers as advanced life support providers, preparing them for the demands of modern emergency medical systems. With the addition of a working ambulance to the training fleet, students will benefit from enhanced realism in their education.
OnDemand Specialty Vehicles designs and manufactures custom ambulances and specialty medical vehicles for EMS providers across the nation.
