Catholic Health Approved as Sole EMS Course Sponsor in Erie and Niagara Counties

Erie, PA, September 25, 2026 — Catholic Health has received approval from New York State to become the exclusive hospital-based provider of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) courses in Erie and Niagara counties. This designation positions the organization as the sole entity authorized to offer these training programs under this specific model within the two western New York counties.

The approval, granted by New York State, designates Catholic Health to operate as the singular hospital-based sponsor for EMS education. This means that aspiring EMS professionals in Erie and Niagara counties seeking training through a hospital-affiliated program will now look to Catholic Health. The specific details regarding the curriculum, the timeline for the commencement of these courses, and the expected capacity or number of programs to be offered were not immediately available.

Operating as the sole sponsor suggests a centralized approach to EMS training within the region under Catholic Health’s purview. This model may aim to standardize training protocols, ensure a consistent level of education, and potentially address workforce needs for emergency medical services in the designated counties. Further information on the specific structure and availability of these EMS courses is anticipated as Catholic Health implements its new role.

The scope of this approval is limited to hospital-based EMS course sponsorship and pertains specifically to Erie and Niagara counties. Information regarding potential impacts on existing EMS training providers or the broader EMS landscape in the region was not disclosed with the approval announcement. The precise regulatory body within New York State that issued this approval was also not specified in the available information. Catholic Health’s commitment to healthcare education is highlighted by this new accreditation, which is expected to shape the future of EMS training for professionals in this part of New York State.

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