Emergency Medical Services

At the discretion of the EMS Manager, UCLA EMS offers ride-alongs to anyone wishing to learn more about the campus ambulance program or emergency medical services in general. These ride-alongs are for observation only. Regardless of medical training, our ride-along participants cannot assist in patient care.

UCLA EMS ride-alongs do not qualify for credit for EMT training programs. Among other reasons, our call volume does not meet many EMT training program's requirements, and we cannot allow EMT students to play an active role in patient care.

Depending on availability, ride-alongs are typically scheduled for weekdays between        7 a.m. and 7 p.m., however requests for weekend days may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Upon arrival for your ride-along shift, you will be required to sign a liability waiver and agree to a routine wants and warrants check by the on-duty watch commander. All ride-along participants must be 18 years of age or older. Please have your government issued ID with you when you report for your ride-along.

UCLA COVID-19 Guidance: For the most current UCLA COVID-19 guidance, please review COVID Protocols at a Glance

HIPAA Training:

Prior to scheduling a ride-along, individuals must complete HIPAA training, and submit HIPAA training Course Completion and Statement of Confidentiality to the EMS Manager.

HIPAA training information

Ride-Along Attire:

1. White colored button-down or polo type shirt (no visible) logo's or lettering.
2. Black or dark blue pants (no jeans, track/sweat pants or leggings).
3. Black or brown shoes or boots, or all white tennis shoes.

Ride-Along Requests:

UCLA EMS Ride-Alongs may be scheduled by submitting an Email Request.