This 16-hour class combines both didactic and practical (driver training) aspects of instruction in preparation for emergency vehicle operations.
 
What is CEVO 5: Ambulance?
A classroom Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) for ambulance operators
Proven discussion and participation based "Coaching" method of training
Key defensive driving concepts including vehicle inspection, vehicle characteristics, SCC (Scanning,
Cushion of Safety, Communicating), emergency and non-emergency driving in various environments, and other special considerations such as backing and driving in adverse weather
New topics including Ambulance Operators and The Law, Use of Lights and Sirens, Distracted Driving, Roadway Incident Scene Safety, and more
New final test and certificate process fully online
Video presentation featuring operator point of view, real traffic situations, dashcam footage, and actual ambulance crash pictures and analysis
Now includes Maneuvering Skills (behind-the-wheel) exercises for training and evaluation
Why use CEVO 5: Ambulance?
Collision and crash prevention and reduction
Risk management and potential liability protection
Onboarding training for new hires and refresher training for experienced operators
Consistent with NHTSA’s EVOC course standards
Over 1 million emergency vehicle operators trained worldwide since 1998
How does CEVO 5: Ambulance work?
Instructors use the fully scripted Instructor's Guide to conduct step-by-step class presentations that include video, follow-up questions, traffic diagram analysis, and group discussion
The classroom training time can vary from 8-9 hours, depending on the organization’s requirements and specific needs
Each instructor needs an Instructor’s Kit to implement the training
Each student needs one Response Book to complete various written exercises, analyze traffic diagrams for group discussion, and to obtain an authorization key code in order to take the online final test and receive a CEVO certificate