About RTI

Mission Statement

We are excited to introduce you to Regional Training Institute, a non-profit organization established in 2023 to provide high quality Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education at an affordable price.

The idea for RTI was born out of a pressing need for more trained professionals in the EMS field. A group of individuals, including John Lee Wills II, John Morrow, Leo Deason, and David Waid, came together to discuss how they could address this need by providing accessible and high-quality education for aspiring EMS professionals.

RTI's mission is simple: to put students first and ensure their success. To achieve this, we have formed partnerships with a reputable institution, Columbia Southern University. We have hired a team of dedicated professionals, including Christopher N. White, MD as our Medical Director.

Since our inception, we have worked tirelessly to offer a comprehensive curriculum that provides EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic programs.

Program Expectations

Paramedic: "To prepare Paramedics who are competent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession."

Program Accreditation

The Regional Training Institute Paramedic program has been issued a Letter of Review by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).

Letter of Review is recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) for eligibility to take the National Registry's Paramedic credentialing examination(s). However, it is NOT a guarantee of eventual accreditation.

Equal Opportunity

Regional Training Institute is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on account of race, age, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or religion or otherwise as may be prohibited by federal and state law.

Our Partnership

Regional Training Institute, A Consortium of Regional Paramedical Services and Sumiton Fire and Rescue.

Leadership & Key Personnel

Leadership Team

President
Academic Dean
Program Director
David Waid
Founder

Medical Leadership

Medical Director

Ready to Start Your EMS Career?

Join RTI and become part of a community dedicated to excellence in emergency medical services education. Take the first step toward making a difference in your community.