South Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association upcoming events

Free On-Line Education All Year (01/23/2026)

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Monthly Trainings Sturgis/Air Methods (02/15/2026)

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:00:00 GMT

SDEMSA NAEMSE Instructor Courses - SDEMSA IC Society Sponsored (06/01/2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The South Dakota EMS Instructor/Coordinator Society is pleased to offer sponsorship opportunities for EMS educators to attend select virtual NAEMSE educational courses through funding provided by the South Dakota Department of Health Regional Service Designation (RSD) Grant.

View Current NAEMSE Courses & Events

NAEMSE currently has a variety of virtual professional development opportunities available throughout 2026, including:

Online Level 1 Instructor Courses (multiple weekday and weekend offerings)
Online Level 2 Instructor Courses
Online Lesson Planning Courses
Online NEMSEC Exams
Additional EMS educator development opportunities and webinars

The NAEMSE Level 1 Instructor Course is designed for EMS educators seeking foundational instructor development and educational best practices, while Level 2 focuses on leadership, mentoring, evaluation, and advanced educator skills.

Sponsorship Information

Sponsorship applies to virtual NAEMSE offerings only
In-person courses, symposium travel, lodging, and conference registrations are not eligible
Funding support is available for approved registration fees
Applicants simply need to indicate which virtual course they would like to attend when requesting sponsorship
Applicants will also need to submit a letter of referral/support from their sponsoring service, organization, or educational program

With many online course dates available throughout the year, this is a great opportunity for EMS instructors, training officers, coordinators, and aspiring educators across South Dakota to strengthen their teaching and leadership skills without travel requirements.

We encourage EMS educators from across the state to take advantage of these high-quality educational offerings.

For questions or sponsorship requests, please contact the South Dakota EMS IC Society leadership team.

Thank you for your continued commitment to advancing EMS education in South Dakota.

South Dakota EMS Instructor Summit (07/17/2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Northeast SD AHEC & SDEMSA IC Society presents:

South Dakota EMS Instructor Summit

Elevate Education. Empower Instructors. Transform EMS.

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Join EMS educators from across South Dakota for a high-impact, hands-on summit focused on advancing EMS education and strengthening instructional practice.

This FREE full-day experience will explore the future of EMS education, including standards, adult learning strategies, and innovative teaching methods. Participants will engage in interactive sessions on simulation, scenario development, and incorporating case studies into the classroom.

Attendees will actively build and share classroom-ready scenarios, gain practical tools and resources, and participate in an open forum with experienced EMS educators.

Summit Highlights:

EMS Education: Where Are We & Where Are We Going
Bringing Realism into the Classroom
Simulation & Scenario Development (Hands-On Workshop)
Incorporating Case Studies into Instruction
Instructor Resources & Tools
Open Forum Panel Discussion

This is more than a conference—it’s a collaborative working session designed to help you leave with tangible resources you can implement immediately.

Who Should Attend:

EMS Instructors, Training Officers, Preceptors, and anyone involved in EMS education.

Funding:

This programming is part of the SD Department of Health’s Regional Service Designation Grant awarded to Northeast SD AHEC.

South Dakota EMS Instructor Summit - Vendor (07/17/2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Northeast SD AHEC & SDEMSA IC Society presents:

South Dakota EMS Instructor Summit

Elevate Education. Empower Instructors. Transform EMS.

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Join us as a vendor at the South Dakota EMS Instructor Summit and connect directly with EMS instructors, training officers, and education leaders from across the state.

This FREE, full-day, hands-on summit is designed for educators who are actively seeking tools, technology, and resources to enhance EMS training. As a vendor, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with attendees in a highly interactive environment focused on simulation, scenario development, and instructional innovation.

Vendor Opportunities Include:

Dedicated vendor table/display space
Direct access to EMS educators and decision-makers
Opportunities to demonstrate products and services
Networking throughout the day with attendees and presenters
Recognition as a supporter of EMS education in South Dakota

Who You’ll Connect With:
EMS Instructors, Training Officers, Preceptors, Program Directors, and EMS education stakeholders

Event Focus Areas:

Simulation & Scenario-Based Training
Classroom & Skills Lab Instruction
EMS Education Technology & Tools
Case-Based Learning & Critical Thinking
Instructor Development & Resources

Vendor Registration Details:

Cost: Free
What’s Included: One (1) vendor space and access to networking opportunities throughout the event
Please bring a laptop/tablet as there will be some time where you will be asked to be engaged in group work with online elements.

Door Prize Contribution:
To enhance attendee engagement, vendors are asked to donate a door prize item to be given away between sessions. This is a great opportunity to showcase your organization while adding value to the participant experience.

This is not a passive conference—attendees are actively building and implementing new teaching strategies, making this an ideal setting to showcase solutions that can be immediately applied in EMS education.

Spots are limited—secure your vendor space today.

Funding:
This programming is supported through the South Dakota Department of Health’s Regional Service Designation Grant awarded to Northeast SD AHEC.

SDEMSA Memorial Service (07/18/2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Honoring those who have passed in the line of duty.

SDEMSA Executive Council Meeting (07/18/2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Email your district president if you would like to attend or have agenda items.

CADS - Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course - Aberdeen, SD (08/06/2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Hosted by South Dakota Ambulance Association

Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course

Location: Aberdeen Public Safety Building, 114 2nd Ave SE, Aberdeen, SD 57401
Seats: LIMIT 50 total participants
Time: 9am - 5pm
Date: August 6th, 2026
Facilities Fee: $20/person
Course Fee: ~~$90/person~~ - Paid for by SD State EMS Sustainability Grant

REGISTER AT South Dakota Ambulance Association - CADS - Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course - Aberdeen, SD

The Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist (CADS) certification is the first offered by NAAC that is specifically geared for EMTs, paramedics and other EMS field practitioners. It is also appropriate for EMS QA/QI personnel, supervisors/managers, compliance officers, billers and anyone else involved in EMS clinical care or any aspect of the ambulance service revenue cycle.

Every one of your agency’s EMS field providers should take the CADS course. Having providers at your agency with the CADS credential shows a true commitment to quality care and top-notch documentation by your agency.

The CADS certification can give providers the edge by:

Opening new doors
Advancing their career
Improving their status as a healthcare professional

The CADS course is designed to be completed in 6-7 hours of course instruction, followed by a final exam. The CADS certification is a lifetime certification with no annual recertification requirements. Well worth the investment for a lifetime of better documentation.

CADS - Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course - Clear Lake, SD (08/07/2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Hosted by South Dakota Ambulance Association

Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course

Location: HD Electric, 18240 SD Hwy 15, Clear Lake, SD 57226
Seats: LIMIT 50 total participants
Time: 9am - 5pm
Date: August 7th, 2026
Facilities Fee: $20/person
Course Fee: ~~$90/person~~ - Paid for by SD State EMS Sustainability Grant

REGISTER AT South Dakota Ambulance Association - CADS - Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course - Clear Lake, SD

The CADS certification can give providers the edge by:

Opening new doors
Advancing their career
Improving their status as a healthcare professional

CADS - Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course - Mitchell, SD (08/08/2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Hosted by South Dakota Ambulance Association

Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course

REGISTER AT South Dakota Ambulance Association - CADS - Certified Ambulance Documentation Specialist Course - Mitchell, SD

The CADS certification can give providers the edge by:

Opening new doors
Advancing their career
Improving their status as a healthcare professional

2026 SDEMSA Conference Vendor Registration (10/30/2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Dear Vendor,

We would like to let you know the SD EMS Association Annual Conference is being held on October 30-November 01, 2026 at the Best Western PLUS Ramkota Hotel 3200 W. Maple Street Sioux Falls, SD.

As a strong supporter of EMS in South Dakota we would like to invite you as a vendor for this event. We expect up to 400 participants for this year’s conference. The SDEMSA has a conference website, http://sdemsa.org/Conference. This site includes a vendor page that has the information needed for you to register your business and attend this event. The vendor page is operational now and may be accessed directly via http://sdemsa.org/ConferenceVendors. Please check this site for further vendor updates and information.

Vendor booth costs are listed below. Door prizes would be greatly appreciated. There is also an opportunity to sponsor lunch to have some time to present as well. There will be a vendor fair during a long lunch on Friday. If interested in sponsoring the meal for this, please let us know as soon as possible.

The Conference members appreciate your support and look forward to visiting with previous vendors and meeting new ones. Breaks between classes have been extended to allow attendees more time to visit the vendor area. If anyone would be interested in sponsoring a break with increased visibility please let us know. You may register online at the vendor page listed above. If you have questions, please email us at: vendors@sdemsa.com.

2026 Vendor Booth Rates

$600 for a single booth (9’x6’) includes:

· 1 table & 2 chairs

· Conference Registration fee

· Conference Banquet ticket

$900 for a double booth (18’x6’), additional $300 for each additional booth space (9’x6’)

· Additional 1 table & 2 chairs supplied per additional booth space

Plans to utilize a display vehicle which will cost $300 per vehicle in addition to booth.

· 1 table & 2 chairs

· Additional display items at vendor discretion. Any additional

Special Needs for SDEMSA Conference 2026, please email early to vendors@sdemsa.org.

Checks can be sent to the follow:

SDEMSA

Attn: Jennifer Kaiser Treasurer

PO Box. 273

Hoven. SD. 57450

Thank-you and we look forward to seeing you in October.

- Vendor Committee Co-chair & District 3