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All firefighters are required to have basic first aid and CPR training. Most firefighters have more advanced medical traing but are generally not required to hold EMT certifications, unless their job specifically calls for it.
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What are the disadvantages of an EMT?
disadvantage? In reference to...? EMT is basic life support. Paramedic is advanced life support. Without the equipment, the paramedic is no better than an EMT. As a matter of fact, a doctor without is no better than an EMT either. EMT is good training to have when all else is gone, no hospital, no equipment, EMT training is vital.
Where can i recieve EMT training classes here in Chicago,Illinois?
Malcom X College, South Suburban College and the College of DuPage all offer EMT training classes.
What certification and training is involved in getting a paramedic job?
All EMT and paramedic jobs require you to finish a training program. Though most jobs require a high education, it varies. The lowest amount of education you need to become a paramedic with a average payroll is an associates degree.
How much does a paramedic - firefighter make a year?
Firefighters usually make slightly more however the trend is leaning toward more firefighters becoming EMTs or they have paramedics on board at all times. So you can go through many programs that include EMT training. They make the most. The combo fire/EMT.
What do EMT classes help you with?
EMT classes train people to respond to emergency situations such as car accidents or accidents in the workplace. Most police officers and fire fighters as well as all parametics have EMT training.
Can a certified nursing assistant draw blood in a doctors office with no phlebotomy training or certification?
It can depend on her level of training and what her certification as a CNA consists of. Drawing blood does not require 'phlebotomy' training - ambulance EMT's do needle "sticks" all the time. Contact the State Board of Nursing and determine what her licensure allows.
What health safety training is needed to become a paramedic?
The first step to becoming a paramedic is to receive a high school diploma or GED. CPR Training, EMT Basic Training, and specific paramedic training are required. After all elements have been completed, a EMT certification must be obtained by taking a test.
Does all army infantry get EMT-B qualified?
Infantry doesn't go through EMT training, unless they attend a course for it on their own volition. If you go for the 68W MOS (Healthcare SpecialistL, then you get EMT qualification. 11 series does not.
What jobs require braveness?
chimney sweep and security guard is all i can think of!
Can you take an EMT class online?
Yes classes can be taken online through your state requirements of National registry for certified medical professionals. If you are a resident of Texas, you can use PERCOM for all EMT courses as well as First Responder.As a representative of PERCOM I will update and correct this. Percom accepts students globally. Students at the EMT level or higher must travel to Texas for their "hands on" skills training and clinical rotations. All other training is done in the online environment. Percom currently offers courses in EMT Basic, EMT Intermediate, EMS Instructor and First Responder. All EMT courses are offered online.
Does a veterinarian require training?
they dont, all you do is not eat meat, how do you need training for that!
Can I complete EMT paramedic training online?
With the advent of technology this days, everything is possible online from online banking to online education. So it is definitely possible to have a degree in EMT paramedic online and hence online training. All you have to do is look for websites which offer this degree like emtcourse.net and PERCOM.
