Cadet Program

Make a positive impact on the lives of those in need and become a community hero.

Join Mansfield Township Ambulance Corps Emergency Medical Services Cadet Program and become a crucial part of the lifesaving team! This unique opportunity is designed for individuals who are passionate about helping others, eager to learn, and ready to take on the challenges of emergency medical services.

Mansfield Township Ambulance Corps recognizes the need to recruit young people into the field of Emergency Services. It is the intention of this EMS Cadet Program to recruit, train and mentor these individuals. As volunteer members of the Ambulance Squad, Cadets will receive real-world experience with practical, hands-on training in emergency medical procedures, learning from experienced EMS professionals and developing essential skills for a rewarding career.

Cadets will receive in-house training, including:

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR.
• American Heart Association or equivalent First Aid Course.
• Pathogen Training.
• HIPAA Training.
• Learn and understand the role of the 911 system.
• Basic radio operation and communications.
• Equipment location and proper use.
• Stretcher operations.
• Application of medical care.
• Various lifesaving and life preserving measures.

While Cadets will respond to some emergencies with EMTs, they are heavily restricted on what types of calls they will go on. Cadets will NOT perform duties that would expose them to the same degree of hazard as an experienced EMT.

Cadets will not:

• Operate as a part of a Rescue Task Force/Active Assailant situations.
• Work in conditions with injurious quantities of toxic or noxious dust, gases, vapors, or fumes.
• Operate, assist, oil, wipe, or clean machinery or tools in motion.
• Use grinding, abrasive, polishing or buffing machines.
• Operate or repair elevators or other hoisting apparatus.
• Be present during the operation of welding or cutting torches.
• Operate Jaws of Life or powered rescue equipment.
• Operate power tools or equipment of any kind.

Cadets will participate in various community engagement events throughout the year.

Program Requirements:

1. Persons who would like to become Cadets must be at least 16 years of age and less than 18. 
2. Cadets will be required to attend one training session per month administered by the Senior advisor.
3. Cadets will be required to maintain a “C” or higher grade average in all school subjects. Cadets will be required to submit report cards to the Senior advisor. In the event the cadets grade drops below a “C” average they will be suspended from the program until the grade has risen.
4. Cadets will only be permitted to ride on the ambulance for emergency calls once the following conditions have been met.

1. Completed American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR.
2. Completed American Heart Association or equivalent First Aid Course
3. Completed Bloodborne Pathogen Training
4. Completed HIPAA Training
5. Completed Fit Testing

Once they have completed one year of service. MTAC will sponsor the Cadet in a formal EMT Class to further advance their EMS training.

Foster strong bonds with like-minded individuals who share your commitment to public service. Limited spots are available, so don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to jumpstart your career in emergency medical services.

If you are interested in joining the EMS Cadet Program and meet the requirements listed above, please complete the application below and return to gsenf@mansfieldtwp.com for consideration.

For inquiries, contact Senior Cadet Advisor, Nicole Daly at ndoyle@mansfieldtwpambulance.org or Chief George Senf at gsenf@mansfieldtwp.com.