EMS Instructor Martin wins National Award of Excellence
Posted on Oct 09, 2025 at 13:18 PM
Ogeechee Technical College is proud to announce that EMS instructor Catherine Martin, NREMT Paramedic, has been selected as the 2025 EMS Educator of the Year by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) in partnership with EMS World. The award will be formally presented during NAEMT’s General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, October 22, and again at the Opening Ceremony of EMS World Expo in Indianapolis. Sponsored by Jones & Bartlett Learning Public Safety Group, the accolade honors outstanding contributions in EMS education.
“I am incredibly proud of Catherine. She is a dedicated EMS educator, paramedic, and mentor committed to shaping the next generation of emergency medical professionals in our area,” said Paramedicine Program Director Laura Coleman.
Martin began her EMS career eight years ago and earned her Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (2019) and a diploma in Paramedicine Technology (2020) from Ogeechee Technical College, where she now teaches EMT and AEMT courses, supports the paramedic program, and serves as a clinical coordinator. She is a licensed paramedic and instructor/coordinator, certified in PALS, BLS, Stop the Bleed, and more.
“Catherine brings complex subjects to life, she adapts instruction to all types of learners, whether through simulations, case studies, or hands on skill labs,” Coleman added. “Her mentorship extends beyond the classroom; she instills professionalism, leadership, and ethical decision making in every student she touches.”
Martin’s teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, hands on learning, and evidence based instruction. She consistently tailors her approach to varying learning styles. Beyond academics, she serves as a mentor who shapes students’ professional identities.
She also pursues continuous growth: Martin regularly attends conferences, webinars, and professional development sessions to stay current with evolving EMS standards and practices. She then integrates those advancements into her curriculum, ensuring her students receive an education grounded in the latest evidence and clinical guidelines.
Her dedication continues to elevate both EMS education and patient care across the community. For more information about the Paramedicine Technology program at Ogeechee Technical College, please visit Ogeecheetech.edu/academics/paramedicine-technology.
About Ogeechee Technical College:
Ogeechee Technical College (OTC) is a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia. OTC provides student‐centered academic and occupational programs and support services at the associate degree, diploma, and certificate levels. OTC utilizes traditional and distance education methodologies in state-of-the-art facilities while supporting adult education, continuing education, and customized business and industry workforce training. Visit www.ogeecheetech.edu for more information.
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