This is Heath Girard at the MED ACT station 1132 located at 6501 Quivira Shawnee KS, 66216

1. This is Heath Girard at the MED ACT station 1132 located at 6501 Quivira Shawnee KS, 66216 Anatomy Shadowing Assignment

2. In the Bus

3. More Educational

4. Pros and Cons of the Job

5. Requirements • Step one: Earn a high school diploma: One of the basic EMT requirements is obtaining a high school diploma or GED equivalent. This is the basis to enter an EMT training program. Classes should focus on include chemistry, biology and health. Step two: Enter formal EMT training: EMT training is offered on different levels, including EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, and EMT Paramedic. EMT-Paramedic is the most advanced level and requires training on anatomy and physiology and more advanced medical skills. This type of training can be done through a community or vocational college. Step three: Earn an associate's degree:While an associate's degree is not necessarily one of the EMT requirements, it can be beneficial. Often, classes taken for formal EMT training can be applied towards an associate's degree in EMT or Paramedic. An associate's degree is also good preparation for the NREMT examination.

6. Requirements Cont’d • Step four: Obtain field experience: Field experience may be offered through formal EMT training or as part of earning an associate's degree. EMTs in training usually worked under the supervision of experienced EMTs or paramedics and may assist in routine procedures such as monitoring vital signs. Step five: Become certified: All 50 states require EMTs to be licensed. Becoming certified requires passing the NREMT examination which is slightly different depending on the level of licensure the applicant wishes to receive. The EMT-Paramedic designation is the most difficult.

7. Equipment • This is the equipment locker that holds all of the equipment that they need to take when going to a call.

8. More Equipment

9. Around the station

10. Sign in

11. Educational

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