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973-660-3145EmailFREEHOLD – FEBRUARY 19, 2025 – Freehold Emergency Medical Services and Atlantic Mobile Health, a division of Atlantic Health System, have partnered to establish an EMS Training Center for the Greater Freehold region. This collaboration expands access to high-quality prehospital and EMS training, which will better serve the local community and enhance the preparedness of emergency medical teams.
This partnership stems from the shared commitment to comprehensive, community-based health care solutions and a mutual connection to CentraState Medical Center, in Freehold, which is part of Atlantic Health System, and serves the primary emergency response area.
Through this collaboration, Freehold EMS will leverage the expertise and resources of the Atlantic Mobile Health Training Center to offer a robust array of educational programs to the region.
The new training center will be housed at the state-of-the-art Freehold Emergency Medical Services headquarters, providing a modern, well-equipped facility for EMS professionals. The training programs will be delivered by Atlantic Mobile Health’s Training Center instructors, further solidifying Atlantic Mobile Health’s commitment to high-quality, innovative healthcare solutions and to building healthier communities through education and collaboration.
The training opportunities will include Continuing Education (CEU) classes for EMS professionals as well as an initial Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program. The introduction of these programs comes in response to the increasing demand for certified EMTs across the state but specifically in the greater Freehold area. By providing local, accessible training, the partnership aims to mitigate the shortage of certified EMTs, ensuring that local response agencies are prepared to deliver critical care in emergency situations.
“This partnership is a direct investment in our local EMS teams and in the health and safety of our neighbors," said David Petersen, director of clinical and quality education for Atlantic Mobile Health. "By delivering these training programs, we are helping to build stronger, more resilient communities while addressing urgent workforce needs in the EMS field.”
The Atlantic Mobile Health vision is to set an industry standard for transport medicine. This collaboration will expand access to high-quality training for EMTs and will fulfill Atlantic Health System’s brand promise by ensuring that our EMS teams are well-prepared to serve the community with expertise and care.
“We are thrilled to partner with Atlantic Mobile Health to bring this important training resource to Freehold,” said Jeremy Hoffman, Chief of Freehold EMS. “This center will play a crucial role in developing a well-trained EMS workforce, enhancing the level of care we provide, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our community.”
For more information about Atlantic Mobile Health’s Training Center opportunities, please visit atlantictrainingcenter.org
About Freehold Emergency Medical Services
Freehold Emergency Medical Services is a community-based, non-profit organization that has been serving the residents of Freehold Borough and Freehold Township since 1941. Operating as a hybrid department, Freehold EMS consists of both career and volunteer personnel, with a dedicated team of over 180 individuals. The organization provides high-quality emergency medical services and is committed to improving public health and safety within our community. With a focus on training, community involvement, and responsive care, Freehold EMS continues to play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of the local community.
About Atlantic Health System
Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and the New York metropolitan area. Powered by a workforce of 21,000 team members and 5,440 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, Atlantic Health System serves more than half of the state of New Jersey including 14 counties and 7.5 million people.
The not-for-profit system offers more than 550 sites of care, including its eight hospitals: Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ, Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ, Newton Medical Center in Newton, NJ, Chilton Medical Center in Pompton Plains, NJ, Hackettstown Medical Center in Hackettstown, NJ, Goryeb Children’s Hospital in Morristown, NJ, Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute in Madison, NJ and CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, NJ.
The system includes Atlantic Medical Group, part of a physician enterprise that makes up one of the largest multispecialty practices in New Jersey with more than 1,700 physicians and advance practice providers. Joined with Atlantic Accountable Care Organization and Optimus Healthcare Partners they form part of Atlantic Alliance, a Clinically Integrated Network of more than 2,500 health care providers throughout northern and central NJ.
Atlantic Health System provides care for the full continuum of health care needs through 30 urgent care centers, Atlantic Visiting Nurse and Atlantic Health Virtual Visits. Facilitating the connection between these services on both land and air is the transportation fleet of Atlantic Mobile Health.
Atlantic Health System leads the Healthcare Transformation Consortium, a partnership of six regional hospitals and health systems dedicated to improving access and affordability, has a medical school affiliation with Thomas Jefferson University, is home to the regional campus of the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Morristown and Overlook Medical Centers, and is the official health care partner of the New York Jets.