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YEA, in partnership with the NAS, is recruiting 6,000 new personnel into Community Medical First Responders (Apply Now...).
The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) and the National Ambulance Service (NAS) are set for a strategic partnership in the training and deployment of 6,000 community medical first responders across the country.
During the ceremony held at the YEA headquarters in Accra, acting YEA Chief Executive Officer, Malik Basintale, announced that, the initiative aligns core mandate of creating job opportunities for young Ghanaians while supporting NAS in enhancing the country’s emergency response system. It is expected to not only provide employment but also save lives, as prompt first aid can significantly improve survival rates in critical situations.
Mr. Basintale also credited former NAS CEO, Dr. Ahmed Nuhu Zakariah, for playing a key role in bringing the initiative to fruition.
Speaking at the event, the acting CEO of NAS, Dr. George Kojo Owusu, stressed the importance of the partnership, noting that it comes at a time when the service requires additional manpower to improve emergency response times.
This initiative is part of efforts to strengthen emergency healthcare delivery at the grassroots level.
This collaborative will equip the youth to undergo intensive medical emergency response training under the guidance of the NAS. Once trained, these CMFRs will be strategically deployed in underserved communities to provide immediate care in emergencies before professional medical teams arrive.
Note About The Training
The training programme will feature 10 modules, including Introduction to Emergency Medical Services, Airway Management and Breathing, Circulation and Bleeding Control, and Mass Casualty Incidents and Triage.
Instructional methods will combine classroom lectures, simulation-based learning, practical exercises, case studies, role-plays, and scenario drills to ensure trainees are fully prepared for real-life emergencies.
Eligible
Prospective applicants must be Ghanaian within the age of 18-35 years.
Minimum qualification of senior high school education
Deadline for Applications
July 31, 2025
Kindly follow the link to apply.
