become an EMT

I called the Red Cross Headquarters in Charlottesville and signed up for the all-day Professional Rescuer CPR/AED course. Once I get my certification, all systems are go for the EMT course this summer.

I have wanted to become an EMT for years, but I have only just reached a point in my life when I can fully commit myself to it. I love helping people, and as I am considering applying to med school, this will afford the perfect hands-on experience. I have registered for a ‘Super’ EMT-B class with CARS in Charlottesville, VA this summer. It is an intensive program that includes the basic EMT course but also include many other operations certifications, such as Confined Space, Swift Water, Rope Rescue, etc… So I guess I’ll be staying in C-ville this summer at the Spretz, and take one or two classes at UVA. CARS requires a two-year commitment, 12 hours a week, and it took me a while to think it over. I love to travel and have the ability to pick up and go places; in fact, I was planning on taking a school trip to Tibet this summer. But I need the volunteer hours for med school, and more importantly, at this point in my life, I need something to anchor me down- I’m absolutely all over the place. I can’t wait to get started.