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Five Things You Need to Know When Becoming an EMT
Looking into becoming an EMT/Paramedic? FireLink’s compiled a list of 5 basic things you need to know before you decide. Don’t forget to take a look at our Education resources for more information on what you need to get started.
Quiz: What Fire are You Fit to Fight?
From medical emergencies to forest fires, EMTs, paramedics, and firefighters must hone their skills to step up to any challenge. Part of choosing specialties in fire & rescue is evaluating your personality, training, and experience. Take this quiz to assess your best fitting specialty as a fire & rescue professional. Here’s a few quick facts to start with:
• Employment is projected to grow faster than the average as paid positions replace unpaid volunteers.
• Emergency medical technicians and paramedics need formal training and certification, requirements vary by state.
5 Things You Need to Know…
1. Nature of the Work
2. Training
3. Employment
4. Job Outlook
5. Earnings
3. Employment
4. Job Outlook
5. Earnings
5. Earnings
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition, Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos101.htm | USA.gov CareerVoyages.gov
