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An EMT is an Emergency Medical Technician who is a worker in the Emergency Medical Service (EMS).

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EMS= emergency medical service EMT= emergency medical technician
an EMT works for an EMS department

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how do i become a EMT?

Every state is different, you should contact your local EMS service and see what the requirements are. You will have to first get certified as a First Responder and then get your EMT Certification.


What to you do to become an EMS?

You don't become an EMS you become an EMT that works for an EMS. an EMT is an Emergency Medical Tech. And EMS is Emergency Medical Service. To answer your question contact your local community collage or Ambulance service, And they'll set you on the wright track.


What type of EMS call presents the highest risk of liability for the EMT?

Risk and liability in ems


What are the Ranks in the EMS?

cfr - first responder emt b - basic emt cc - critical care emt p - paramedic


Is a tow truck an emergency vehicle in Colorado?

No its is Not unless its has EMS,EMT,PD,OR FD Tags on it :)


Can you get a job as an emt with no drivers license?

Doubtful. I've never seen an EMS which didn't require it.


How much training is required to become an EMS technician?

The requirements to become an EMT are different for each state. Continuing education classes and time spent in an ER or ambulance is required. Total training is usually between 35 and 55 hours.


What is a fire ems?

it is a person that fights fires and does medical paramedic skills EDIT: EMS means Emergency Medical Services. Does not have to be paramedic, can be an EMT which is a less trained level.


Where can an EMT get training?

A lot of colleges offer EMT certification courses. One of the best ways to know how to get trained in your area is to contacts the local EMS agency in your town.


What EMS level comes after first responder?

The flow goes as follows: Certified First Responder, Emergency medical Technician- Basic, EMT- Intermediate, and EMT-Paramedic.


The EMT-Basic is an extension of what license to practice medicine?

It is an extension of the Medical Director of the EMS Agencies' license.


What kind of classes do you need to take in high school to be and EMT?

No classes have to be taken in High School to be an EMT but once you are old enough to become a volunteer or member of a local Fire and Rescue Company you have to take EMT/EMS Academy courses to be a cleared professional.