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Air Ambulance Academy
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Air Ambulance Academy – Training That Saves Lives
Air Ambulance Academy is a specialized training institution committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based education tailored to professionals working in emergency medical services, critical care transport, and aeromedical environments. Founded with a mission to enhance clinical excellence and ensure the highest standards of patient care in transport medicine, the Academy serves as an essential resource for paramedics, flight nurses, EMTs, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers across the continuum of prehospital and interfacility care.
We are proud to operate under the guidance and recognition of nationally respected organizations, ensuring that every course we deliver meets or exceeds industry standards.
Nationally Respected Organizations
American Heart Association (AHA):
As an authorized AHA Training Site, Air Ambulance Academy offers a full suite of AHA certification courses, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Heartsaver CPR/AED. These courses follow AHA’s latest guidelines and emphasize hands-on skills, teamwork, and clinical decision-making to prepare providers for life-threatening emergencies.
National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT):
Our affiliation with NAEMT allows us to provide internationally respected trauma and medical courses such as Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC), Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), and Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC). These programs are rooted in real-world scenarios and focus on improving patient outcomes through rapid assessment, intervention, and effective critical thinking.
Health & Safety Institute (HSI):
Air Ambulance Academy is also aligned with HSI to support workplace safety and public health education. We offer courses in First Aid, CPR, AED, Bloodborne Pathogens, and other compliance-driven topics, serving both healthcare professionals and non-medical personnel in achieving safety readiness and regulatory compliance.
Commission on Accreditation for Pre-Hospital Continuing Education (CAPCE):
As a CAPCE-approved provider, we uphold the highest standards for EMS continuing education. All CAPCE-accredited training activities delivered by our academy include proper documentation such as CE hours, license and certification details, activity numbers, and verification of participation. This ensures our students are well-supported in maintaining their national and state EMS certifications, including NREMT requirements.
Years Of Experience
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Preparing the Future of Critical Care Transport
At Air Ambulance Academy, we are dedicated not only to the transmission of clinical knowledge but also to cultivating a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence in every aspect of patient transport. Our training programs are designed to reflect the realities of both ground and air medical environments, providing learners with the tools they need to operate effectively under pressure, communicate with interdisciplinary teams, and deliver advanced care with confidence.
Whether preparing a provider for their first certification or advancing a seasoned clinician’s skill set, Air Ambulance Academy remains at the forefront of transport medicine education—driven by evidence, inspired by service, and committed to saving lives.
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Our Certified Instructors
Miguel Roman
NRP, FPC, CCPC, CNPT
Chief Flight Medic / Educator
Air Ambulance Worldwide / Air Ambulance Academy
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Miguel Roman is a highly experienced and nationally recognized critical care paramedic and educator with over 21 years of service in emergency medical services, including extensive experience in ground and aeromedical transport. He currently serves as Chief Flight Medic and Educator for Air Ambulance Worldwide and Air Ambulance Academy, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the clinical education and operational readiness of medical transport professionals.
Miguel holds multiple advanced certifications including Nationally Registered Paramedic
(NRP), Flight Paramedic Certified (FPC), Critical Care Paramedic Certified (CCPC), and Certified Neonatal and Pediatric Transport (CNPT). He is also a certified EMS Instructor with over 16 years of teaching experience, known for delivering high-impact, hands-on training across various clinical and operational domains.
As an American Heart Association (AHA) and National Association of Emergency
Medical Technicians (NAEMT) instructor, Miguel is credentialed to teach BLS, ACLS, PALS, Heartsaver, PHTLS, and EPC courses. His dedication to clinical excellence,
passion for education, and commitment to patient safety make him a trusted leader and
mentor in the field of critical care transport.
Jon Obermark
NRP, FP-C
Flight Paramedic | Instructor
Air Ambulance Worldwide
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With over 29 years of experience in emergency medical services, Jon Obermark is a highly accomplished flight paramedic and clinical educator. He has served in diverse roles across the EMS spectrum, including critical care transport on ground, rotor, and fixed-wing platforms. A U.S. Navy and Marine Corps veteran, Jon served honorably in military combat medicine under MOS 0000/8404, bringing discipline and resilience to his civilian practice.
Jon has more than 15 years of teaching experience and is a certified instructor in BLS, ACLS, PALS, PEARS, Heartsaver, and PHTLS. He has served as a prehospital 911 preceptor, adjunct faculty, and a lead instructor in human patient simulation. His instructional portfolio includes credentials as a TCF for the American Heart Association and as an NAEMT PHTLS instructor.
Currently, Jon is a flight paramedic with Air Ambulance Worldwide, where he continues to contribute to the training and development of EMS professionals. His dedication to clinical excellence, patient safety, and education reflects a lifelong commitment to advancing prehospital care.
Dusty Redmond
EMT-P
Flight Paramedic / Instructor
Air Ambulance Worldwide / Pasco County Fire Rescue
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Dusty Redmond is a seasoned and highly dedicated paramedic with over 18 years of progressive experience in emergency medical services. Throughout her distinguished career, Dusty has held diverse roles ranging from EMT-Basic to Flight Paramedic, with a strong foundation in both ground and fixed-wing critical care transport. Her background includes 911 emergency response, interfacility transport, private EMS agency work, and over five years of specialized training in critical care medicine.
Dusty is certified in ACLS, BLS, PALS, EPC, NRP, PHTLS, and TNCC, and currently holds an ACLS Instructor credential. She is actively pursuing additional instructor certifications in BLS and PALS, as well as her Flight Paramedic Certification (FPC). Her commitment to lifelong learning and professional development is matched by her calm demeanor under pressure and clinical expertise in high-acuity environments.
In addition to her field work, Dusty contributes to the EMS community through education and mentorship. She currently serves with Air Ambulance Worldwide and Pasco County Fire Rescue, bringing excellence in patient care to both ground and air operations. A proud mother of two teenagers, she balances her professional responsibilities with strong family values and personal integrity.