What should someone do during the summers?

WayOutWestMom
Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:37:10 +0000

EMT-B (basic) requires taking & passing a course that typically lasts 1 semester (though there are intensive 6 week long summer courses offered in some places) and passing a state or national licensing exam. (Exact requirements vary by state.) Because each state sets its own licensing requirements, EMT-B certification often is not recognized outside the state where it was obtained.

In many areas there is a huge oversupply of EMT-Bs and paid employment is hard to come by. Many EMT-Bs end up driving ambulances, which usually requires a specialized driver’s license in addition to the EMT-B. (Again, state-dependent.)

EMT-I and EMT-P are more employable, but also take longer to earn. EMT-P is usually a 2 year full time program.

Various aide positions require no special education and often nursing homes will pay for CNA training for reliable employees after a period of employment.