EMT articles, editorials and views from the field
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What you should know about becoming an EMT
In order to become an EMT, you are required to successfully complete an accredited EMT course. However, before you can begin your EMT course, you must first obtain your high school diploma or a GED. Once you have obtained your high school diploma or GED, you are then able to enroll in an EMT training and education course. Depending on what type of EMT you wish to become, the length of your EMT course may vary. The highest level of EMT t...
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Current EMT Workforce Issues
EMT professionals play an important role within the medical community, providing emergency care and support for individuals within rural and urban communities. While there is a continued need for E...
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Taking your EMT Career to the Next Level: Current and Past
Emergency medical technicians know how stressful and rewarding their career of choice can be. They deal with daily crises from fatal fires to a child choking and more wide scale situations from nat...
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Volunteer Opportunities for Rural EMTs
Are you searching for advancement opportunities as an EMT? The EMT profession is a crucial component to our nation"s health care system. With the current economy, many EMTs are looking for o...