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Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce Data Management Documentation(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis document outlines the data governance framework and management procedures supporting Indiana’s EMS workforce data collection initiatives. It details the roles of the IDHS EMS Commission as data owner, the Commission and Bowen Center as gatekeepers, and the Bowen Center as data steward, defining responsibilities for data security, quality assurance, and reporting. The document describes the development and implementation of REDCap-based surveys for EMS students and EMS professionals, including integration within the ACADIS system. It specifies procedures for data extraction, secure storage on designated directories, recoding of demographic variables—particularly multi‑select race and ethnicity fields—and preparation of analytic datasets using SAS and Excel. The documentation further explains the creation of standardized GIS maps with ArcGIS Pro and the compilation of renewal-year datasets for interactive Tableau dashboards published through the IU Tableau server. Overall, it provides a structured protocol for consistent, secure, and reproducible EMS workforce data processing and reporting.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce July 1 - November 1, 2024 Student Data Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report presents findings from the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey for July 1 through November 1, 2024, capturing responses from 58 EMS trainees who completed Indiana‑based training programs. Respondents primarily completed EMT programs, with many holding EMT or firefighter certifications and reporting limited prior ambulance experience. The average training cost was approximately $2,750, and students anticipated an average hourly wage of about $25. Participants indicated high comfort with common EMS scenarios, though discomfort remained higher for emotionally complex events such as pediatric deaths. Employment expectations showed strong interest in full‑time work, particularly within fire departments and hospital‑based ambulance services. Key factors influencing employment decisions included cost of living, commute time, safety, and benefit packages—especially health insurance and paid time off. Additional priorities included flexible scheduling, adequate time off, and professional development opportunities. Geographic analysis showed that fewer than half of respondents completed training in their home county, with some traveling from neighboring states.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce January 11 - April 14, 2025 Student Data Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report summarizes findings from the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey for January 11 through April 14, 2025, reflecting responses from 104 EMS trainees. Over half of respondents were enrolled in EMT programs, and most reported no prior ambulance experience. Students identified average training costs of approximately $672 and anticipated hourly wages of about $24 following program completion. Respondents most often became aware of EMS careers through personal connections and expressed employment preferences primarily for fire departments and hospital-based ambulance services. Key factors influencing job selection included cost of living, commute time, and community safety. Health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans were the most valued employment benefits, while peer support, shift coverage practices, and fatigue management plans were notable non-benefit considerations. Most students completed their training outside their home zip code, indicating frequent travel to access EMS education programs.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce Student Data Report 2024-2025(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report consolidates data from six survey periods (October 2023–September 2025) of the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check. Across all periods, students were predominantly White and male, with EMT programs enrolling the largest share. Paramedic programs consistently reported the highest training costs, while EMR programs reported the lowest. Most students had no prior ambulance experience and commonly learned about EMS careers through personal connections. Students generally expressed high comfort with responding to accidents and caring for patients with suspected COVID‑19. Employment intentions were stable across periods, with many students seeking EMS roles in fire departments or hospital ambulance services. Health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits were the most valued job benefits, and cost of living and commute time were key community considerations. Few students reported recruitment outreach from EMS agencies. Geographic data indicated that many students trained within their home counties. Overall, the survey reflects consistent patterns in demographics, training experiences, and employment preferences over time.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce July 1 - September 30, 2025, Student Date Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report summarizes findings from the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey completed between July 1 and September 30, 2025. A total of 87 valid responses were analyzed to describe recent EMS program completers’ demographics, training experiences, and employment intentions. Most respondents were male and White, with over half enrolled in EMT programs and half reporting they learned about EMS careers through someone in the field. A majority had no prior ambulance experience. Students reported an average training cost of $1,522.65 and an anticipated hourly wage of $24.36, though costs and wage expectations varied substantially by program, from low averages for EMR students to significantly higher averages for paramedic students. Respondents expressed strong comfort with common EMS scenarios such as COVID‑19 care and accident response. Employment preferences centered on EMT roles—primarily in ambulance settings—and many students favored working in fire departments. Key community factors influencing job decisions included cost of living, commute time, and proximity to spouse work or school. Health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans were identified as the most important employment benefits. Geographic data indicated that fewer than half of students completed training within their home county.Item Indiana's EMTs and Paramedics 2025 Supply, Demand, and Projections(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis brief summarizes 2025 supply, demand, and projection data for Indiana’s emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics based on Lightcast labor market estimates. Indiana has an estimated 2,280 actively practicing EMTs and 3,709 paramedics. Projected job growth for both professions from 2025 to 2035 is minimal and remains well below national averages, with EMT employment expected to grow by 0.2% and paramedic employment by 5.1%. Job openings are projected to decline for both professions, with paramedic openings estimated to fall by 16.3% and EMT openings by 10%, reflecting reduced growth and replacement needs. These trends highlight anticipated contraction in EMS labor demand across the coming decade.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce July 15, 2024 Student Technical Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report summarizes findings from the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey, administered through the state’s ACADIS training and certification system between October 2023 and June 2024. Eight EMS trainees responded, providing self‑reported information on demographics, training experiences, employment intentions, and factors influencing career decisions. Respondents showed limited racial diversity, equal gender distribution, and minimal prior EMS experience. Most were enrolled in EMT certification programs and learned about EMS careers through personal connections. Students estimated an average training cost of $813.75 and anticipated an average hourly wage of $27.13 upon completion. They reported high comfort with common emergency scenarios but lower comfort with cases involving sexual assault or pediatric death. Employment preferences centered on fire department or hospital‑based ambulance services, with flexible scheduling, commute time, and reimbursement for recertification costs rated as influential factors. Despite the small sample size, the survey provides preliminary insight into the training pipeline, career motivations, and anticipated workforce needs among early‑stage EMS trainees in Indiana.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce April 15 - June 30, 2025, Student Data Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report summarizes findings from the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey completed between April 15 and June 30, 2025. A total of 127 valid responses were analyzed to describe the demographics, training experiences, and employment intentions of recent EMS program completers. Two‑thirds of respondents reported completing EMT training, and 41.7% became aware of EMS careers through personal connections. Students reported an average training cost of $1,318.48 and an anticipated hourly wage of $23.11, with paramedic students reporting the highest costs and expected earnings. Most respondents had no prior ambulance experience and indicated high comfort with EMS runs involving accidents, burns, and suspected COVID‑19 cases, while scenarios involving sexual assault or pediatric deaths were associated with lower comfort levels. Employment preferences aligned strongly with students’ training level, with many indicating interest in roles within fire departments and ambulance services. Health insurance, long‑term disability coverage, and life insurance were the most important benefits identified, while flexible scheduling and peer support were the most valued employment options. Geographic data showed that 63.8% of respondents completed training within their county of residence, suggesting substantial accessibility of EMS education across Indiana.Item 2025 Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce Data Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Dietz, Cleveland; Vaughn, Sierra; Daulton, BrittanyThis report summarizes supplemental survey and licensure data collected from Indiana emergency medical services (EMS) professionals for renewal years 2023–2025. Across the period, 12,501 individuals renewed EMS credentials in 2023, 13,341 in 2024, and 11,665 in 2025, with 8.9%, 49.6%, and 42.9% respectively identified as actively providing EMS care in Indiana. The actively practicing workforce was consistently more than 90% White and roughly one‑third under age 35. More than 90% completed qualifying EMS education in Indiana, and about one‑third reported some college as their highest level of education. Firefighters represented the largest proportion of EMS professionals each year, and most respondents identified 911 EMS response as their primary service focus. Over 40% reported working more than 48 hours per week, and most responded to 1–10 calls during a typical shift period. Geographic patterns show higher concentrations of EMS coverage in metropolitan counties, particularly Marion and Lake. The report provides a statewide snapshot of workforce demographics, education, employment characteristics, service provision, and geographic distribution.Item Indiana Emergency Medical Services Workforce November 2, 2024 - January 10, 2025 Student Data Report(Indiana University School of Medicine, 2026-01-20) Bowen Center for Health Workforce Research and PolicyThis report analyzes data from the Indiana EMS Student Pulse Check survey collected between November 2, 2024, and January 10, 2025. A total of 101 EMS trainees provided information on demographics, training experience, employment intentions, and factors influencing career decisions. Respondents were predominantly male, with most identifying as White, and the majority reported no prior ambulance experience. Most students were enrolled in or had recently completed EMT programs, with estimated training costs averaging $1,564 and anticipated hourly wages averaging $24.60. Students commonly became aware of EMS careers through personal connections and expressed high comfort with routine EMS scenarios, though discomfort increased for emotionally complex events such as pediatric deaths. Employment preferences centered on fire departments and hospital-based ambulance services, with many seeking full-time positions. Key factors influencing job selection included location, staffing patterns, and professional development opportunities, while cost of living, commute time, and community safety were identified as important community considerations. Respondents rated health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits as highly important, and emphasized flexible scheduling and peer support as meaningful employment options. Geographic analysis showed that most students completed training outside their home zip code, indicating travel is common among EMS trainees.
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