You know the direction you want to go to pursue a meaningful career in emergency medicine or the fire service. We want to see you achieve that goal. Although the Alabama Fire College does not offer financial aid, we have compiled resources that may assist with funding your education.
🚑PARAMEDIC:
- Bryant Gladney Paramedic Education Scholarship: The Bryant Gladney Paramedic Education Scholarship is for students who are attending a program to become a Paramedic. The Gladney Foundation awards four students who display a strong passion for serving their community and who plan to pursue a life-long career in emergency medicine with a $1,500 scholarship. Deadline: July 1, 2025
- Paramedic Class 2025-2026 Scholarship: The Alabama Fire College and Personnel Standards & Education Commission extends an invitation to apply for an EMS Scholarship for the Paramedic Class (beginning September 17) for AFC EMT & AEMT students. Deadline: July 25, 2025
🚑ALL EMS LEVELS:
- Jefferson County EMS Workforce Development Program: Individuals who live in Jefferson County or work in EMS in Jefferson County and are admitted into Alabama Fire College’s programs for Emergency Medical Services personnel, including Emergency Medical Technicians, Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians, and Paramedics, are eligible for scholarships covering tuition and supplies.
- Alabama Volunteer Rescue Student Tuition Program: Volunteering as an EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic increases the worker’s experience and helps local communities. In order to qualify for the Alabama Volunteer Rescue Student Tuition Program, the applicant must commit – and show verification of a commitment – to at least two years of service to a volunteer fire or rescue squad. Volunteer fire departments, rescue squads, ambulance services, or their associations who pay for students’ tuition costs upfront are eligible.