Once I am back in the states taking an EMT-B course is something I am planning on doing. Mainly for the knowledge and gained experience. I can honestly say I did not have a lot of interest in medicine/health care until I took a Wilderness First Responder course. I discovered it’s actually something that I found fascinating and really enjoy. I view taking the EMT course as a stepping stone, the exact path it’ll lead is still open, but it’s something I want to pursue.
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How I did it: I took a course at the local community college, taught by one of the fire captains. It was a one semester course with both lecture and lab portions. We also rode out on the fire station ambulances for one shift. Lessons & tips: Study hard! Resources: www.nremt.org |
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How I did it: Took the course, studied hard, made myself go thru the labs/practice, and took the national registry test--computer and practical. I met some great people along the way. Read how I did it…
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How I did it: Took the course at the local technical college and studied, than passed the NREMT. Studied to make sure i knew the material inside and out. Didn't hurt that i'm also a nursing student Read how I did it…
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Prepared!
How I did it: Enrolled in the classes, hit the books, and paid attention in the lab and during my clinicals. It could be trying at times, but I just stuck with it and kept on studying and learning as much as I could. Read how I did it…
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Just Getting Started
4 months ago
I’m 25 years old and I’ve finally decided what it is I want to do in life: become an EMT.
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Almost there
6 months ago
I passed my EMT-B class with an A! Whoo Hoo! I have also taken and passed the cognitive portion of my national exams. I am going down to Baton Rouge to take the practical portion this weekend! Then I will OFFICIALLY be an EMT-Basic!
Untitled
6 months ago
I just have to get my third Hep-B shot and retake COR training, and then I’m ready to start taking classes. I’ll hopefully start EMT-B classes this summer – I’m excited!
KRodgers81 is an Extroverted Self Knowing Reinventor
Currently in progress
8 months ago
I am currently in classes to get my EMT Basic certification. Classes end December 15 and I will get to go down to do my practicals in January. I plan on pursuing my Associates in Paramedicine, which will start in August 2009. (So far so good, by the way, with the classes – all A’s)
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Love being an EMT
8 months ago
I volunteer with a first aid squad and it is the best feeling in the world. When I completed the class and found out I passed my exam and was a certified EMT I had never felt so happy. I’ve been an EMT for about 6 months now and I love it.
No Stress
11 months ago
Most Stressful summer I ever had but it was worth it! Feels great to be certified. I had a great Instructor that really knew what she was doing. The road wasn’t without it’s ups and downs though… However feels great to have come this far.
I DID IT!!!!
12 months ago
Took the National Test and found out this morning that I made it!!! Whew…what a relief!! That test was a pain and a half..I felt like I bombed it for sure, and didn’t feel like attempting it again if I did happen to fail…but I passed!!
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