BATON ROUGE - In response to a high demand for EMTs, the National EMS Academy is offering a discount for any locals who want to become an EMT in less than 12 weeks. 

The class will get you EMT certified for only $400. 

Acadian EMTs were live on the 2une In set Thursday talking about the EMT shortage and why now is a great time to become one, especially with the discount in effect. 

You can find more information about the National EMS Academy here.