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

EMS Instructor - Lunch & Learn feat Connie Mattera (05/06/2026)

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

EMS Instructor Lunch & Learn

Featuring Connie Mattera

May from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (CT)

This session is ideal for EMS instructors, education coordinators, and EMS leaders looking for practical strategies and thought leadership to support high-quality EMS education.

Hosted by:
Northeast South Dakota AHEC & SDEMSA IC Society

Funding:
This event is part of Northeast SD AHEC’s Regional Service Designation (RSD) Grant, funded by the South Dakota Department of Health (SDDOH).

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.

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