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Contact Information

  • William Butler, EMS Manager
  • (828) 465-8234
  • Contact via email
  • Main Location:100 Government Drive Newton, NC 28658

Community Relations

While 911 calls are our primary responsibility, Catawba County EMS is committed to community involvement. We do that through presentations, ambulance displays, classes, programs, and event coverage.

We are happy to visit schools, churches, civic groups and any other gatherings of people who would like to learn more about EMS or health and safety. Some of our classroom presentations include the following topics:

  • Basic First Aid
  • Career Presentations
  • What Does EMS Do?
  • Stop The Bleed

If you would like to have Catawba County EMS make an educational visit to your organization or event, please click here to complete your request and we will be in touch with you. We must have at least 2 weeks’ notice to consider requests. Public Relations & Education visits are free of charge.

For more information on specfic programs, click the links below.

Our Special Events Team provides an EMS presence at large-crowd events, such as festivals, sporting events, etc. This team can provide bike medics, golf carts, and aid stations inside any crowd perimeter. If you would like to request a Catawba County Special Events Team for your upcoming event, please click hereto complete your request and we will be in touch with you. We must have at least 3 weeks’ notice to consider Special Event Team requests.

In January 2025, Catawba County EMS began our Paramedic Explorer Program for high school students. The CCEMS Paramedic Explorer program is a great way for students to gain firsthand experience in the medical field. It provides high school students with valuable knowledge and skills related to emergency medical care.

The application process for our program opens near the beginning of the school year. The group meets once a month with the following goals:

  • Education and Training: Provide participants with comprehensive knowledge about Emergency Medical Services including first aid, CPR, and basic life support techniques.
  • Career Exploration: Allow young people to explore careers in the medical field, particularly in Emergency Medical Services, by offering hands-on experiences and mentorship from professionals.
  • Skill Development: Develop important skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and communication, which are essential in emergency situations.
  • Community Service: Encourage participants to give back to their community by participating in public service activities and emergency response efforts.
  • Leadership and Responsibility: Develop leadership qualities and a sense of responsibility through structure s activities and real-life emergency scenarios.