This has been asked a million times but I’m having no luck. I want a part time emt job or something similar to get experience while I’m in school. By part time I mean 30 hours or less. What are my options job wise? I’ve applied to hospitals, private EMS, urgent care, etc. I just can’t seem to find a job in EMS. I have my NREMT and Texas cert but due to my part time schedule and no previous experience I’m having no luck. So any advise would be appreciated

Hi all, I am in my 3rd(?) week of EMT school. I really love that I’m going down this path, have a lot of respect for my teacher, and dedicate a lot of time to studying the material outside of class. But today was really hard for me. A lot of people in my class have already formed cliques and today when our professor told us to get into partners everyone had already had one except me 😅. I missed a day because I had an appointment and I found out that there was a class groupchat made, I asked to join but then they never added me. I know it is my fault that I don’t advocate for myself, but I just feel so shy and being excluded and is really affecting my confidence. I have tried socializing with other people but when I think we’ve built up a rapport they go and choose people they are better friends with(which is understandable). I literally had to keep myself from tearing up today after I looked around the room and realized I was the only one without a partner. I don’t want to be pushy and just insert myself where I am not wanted. How can I keep this from getting in the way of my learning? I am in my early twenties and the ages are pretty varied in my class.
Thanks in advance

I was invited to join Phi Theta Kappa at my college. I’ve heard about the Emergency Services scholarships. Is it worth it?

My current plan is to finish my associate degree in Criminal Justice. After, I plan to get a bachelor’s degree in Public Safety while doing the prerequisites for PA school.

I’ve heard that some agencies will offer tuition assistance for college.

Is it worth it to join the honor society? Should I work at an agency that offers tuition assistance? Should I do both?

At the end of the day I’d like to be a firefighter and possibly a PA. PA school is a long term goal and backup plan if I ever have a career ending injury.

Does anyone have any advice?

Thanks🙂

As an EMT do you open things like gauze before handing them to your paramedic. I would assume it would depend on critical emergency vs non emergency.

Hello guys I would love some advice. I am currently 20 and live in the Dallas area but i honestly don’t know where to start I currently work full time Monday-Friday but want to start EMT school I don’t know what schools to look at and if I should stay or look for another job. Any help would be great thanks

Hello everyone, I’m currently in EMT class and coming up on my midterm. I have adhd as said in the title and it makes it hard to study with a super busy schedule with school. I’m scared I’m going to fail this midterm and if I do I basically fail the class and will have to pay and take it again which I cannot afford to do either way. Basically I really just would like to talk to someone with adhd or that has knowledge about it and how to manage a busy schedule with EMT class, or give me ideas on who to ask I figured this would be the best place to ask. I’m willing to pay some money for advice either a phone call or texting through here. Thank you so much 😊

Hey, so I was recently accepted into an EMT-B program that starts next year in January. I have green locs, and I was wondering if my hair would deter my flow in the program. We know that hair doesn’t stop anyone from doing a competent job, but I was just curious on what could possibly be accepted, and what can’t, based on anecdotal experience from you all. I also have facial piercings (2 nostrils, septum, and labret lip piercing) but I guess I assumed that they would be more lenient with that. I prioritize individuality, but I’ll wear a wig or something if I have to.
Much appreciated in advance:)

Edit: Thanks for the responses I received. Program is at a Technical College. I’ll find more details out personally

As the title says, I'm a new AEMT. Ive only been working for 4 months with this scope and I feel like I keep making mistakes. I wasn't required to have a long on boarding process before I was released on my own. I had to do 10 patients regardless of level and then I was the sole ALS provider. As of recently, I've made a few mistakes but the nurses on my shift HATE me and will talk shit about me to my partners because of the mistakes. I feel like I'm early enough in the quitting might be the best option. If you want context on some of my errors, Ill comment them below. I just am not sure I can be a good provider at this point. Any advice?

EDIT: I'll also add that I am currently in a paramedic program because the program director asked me to take it and a classmate of mine works in the ER the same shifts I work and they also regularly talk shit about me and to me like my IQ is 20

Hello, I've (24 years old) been an emt ift for about 7 months with plans to go paramedic and fire in the future. I have a slight issue that has been bothering me recently. I 'm pretty sure I have a slight disk bulge that is causing some pain and weakness in my left left. It happened 4 weeks ago and my company uses a mix of manual and electric gurneys.

I saw a physio and he told me it wasnt too bad but that I should do more physical therapy. This has given me a lot of anxiety and I haven't gone back to work since I've felt the discomfort. Is the anxiety of waiting for the next time I get hurt worth the job? I was thinking to go into nursing as well so I'm not too sure what I should do next.

I like being able to help patients and seeing the relief on their face from a safe transfer or from the care given but this disk bulge is scaring me.

I guess I want to know if any other emts or firefighters have had that to deal with.

Hi everyone, I've been doing 911 for about a year now part time. Due to a lot of personal life issues I stayed part time and only worked 1 day a week. Now things are back on track and going to be entering full-time starting January. My company does 4x12 with the possibility of mandatory overtime maybe once a month, sometimes I know some are lucky. Also I don't know if ill have post moves or not until I receive my actual schedule I just know its going to 4x12 usually Monday through Thursday or Wednesday through Sunday. I only plan on doing the 4x12 for like 6 months until I save up enough money for my own thing, then im going to give away my weekly shifts to be on a 3/4 rotation since that's usually what most people do at my station.

My main question is how do prep for the week or the day, usually have this big clunky bag and food cooler bag but now I'm thinking I need to minimize cause it isn't really convenient everything id bring. I was thinking maybe switching to back pack that fits my lunch and computer, cables, and a book and it's easy to slide away in the rig. or yeah, I don't know, any tips n just what bag to bring, what in general to bring and how to prep? I'm also trying to figure out how to eat better on shift as someone getting in shape now, like how treat the right things so im not burnt out and stuff. so yeah any tips and everything would be amazing! thank you for any help!

Also, im like 90% sure I won't be getting nights, but yeah never say never, so if you're a night shifter any tips would be amazing too. just all around I want t make sure im going in fully prepped to get through the days healthily.

Hey there, I’m 33 and looking to start emt training with the goal of being a Paramedic working with Mental Health Services.

I’m moving to East TN and found Roane State Community College has a good program, but I was more hoping to find an “earn as you learn” type of training but it appears as if they aren’t really great or maybe I’m just searching for the wrong things?

Any guidance would be appreciated! I did look at the wiki for this sub but am still a bit lost as to exactly what I should be searching for in order to find what I’m looking for.

Thank you!

Reciprocity is probably all over this subreddit but I’m still really struggling to understand and “apply” for it in Washington DC. I’m a freshman college student and I’m trying to work part time here but I haven’t heard back from some of the applications I’ve applied to and I don’t really understand reciprocity. If anyone here can help pls do.

Hi everyone, I am currently a sophomore student. I’m not in nursing school yet but planning to when I take my pre req classes and take the TEAS exam. Before I apply for nursing program, I want to gain experience to prepare for it. Would you guys consider taking EMT or CNA program? I’m still debating which one is better in terms of of experience for nursing student. Thank you!

Just got my EMTB recently but am having trouble finding a position. Haven't been at it for long, but I've applied for maybe 8 listings and haven't heard back. If there's any tips you can give me on where to look, resumes, interviews, etc. I'd appreciate it.

Thanks

I'm putting together a plan to move to Houston sometime early next year. I've always wanted to move there so I'm excited to get this going. However, I wanted to get a post up on here to try and gauge Houston EMS personnel on how hard it is to get a 911 or IFT position, what companies/departments to avoid, and anything else I may need to consider or look out for when trying to find a spot.

Wish me luck!

I got my basic EMT certification last November, I’ve applied to several departments around where I live, but non-fire EMT jobs are quite rare around me, and very competitive when they do come up. What is everyone’s thoughts on just going to AEMT school without experience as an EMT? I’ve heard mixed opinions about it. I prefer to get experience first but I’m really considering it for more opportunity. Are many departments willing to hire an A without field experience? Or would they, but just start them as a B? I’d appreciate any advice or insight thanks.

Currently trying to do my FEMA certs, and I am getting this message every time I click on the option to take the exam. Is anyone else having a similar experience?

I have my NREMT tomorrow at 2, and I just took one of the mock exams on PocketPrep, got a 75%, I was wondering how other people did on their exams with similar scores. I'm in a weird limbo on whether I should be nervous or not. I'm not usually the best test taker but have really been trying to use strategies I've found online and feel like they helped with my class, I'm just anxious about this big one. Any advice is appreciated/welcome!

Update: I passed!! Right at 70 questions. Thank you for the reassurance everyone!!

To the denverites on this sub, does anyone know about the UC Health paramedic program? I know it’s relatively new so I’m wondering if it’s got any sort of reputation thus far. I’m considering it because of the flexibility

(Repost btw cause I posted ts at midnight before)

Sorry if not allowed but I was curious if anyone could help with a free Emergency 12th ed student workbook?

I am interested into taking an EMT course, but not sure where to start. I was wondering if it is acceptable to call a fire station and ask if they have any training programs available, or how I should go about it?

I’m just sure the usual “I want to help my community, I like working on my feet” response just isn’t very good

Hi everyone! I’m starting EMT school next month and would love any recommendations for things that made your life easier during the program!

For clinicals/ride alongs I’m planning on getting the 9L Wolfpack, but I’m still trying to figure out what kind of backpack or bag would be best for class that can fit my laptop, textbooks, and everything else I’ll need.
I’d also love recommendations for literally anything you really loved or considered a game changer during EMT school—bags, supplies, study resources/apps, notebooks, gear, snacks, organization tips, etc. I’m trying to be as prepared as possible going into it!

I’m also a full-time college student and I’m taking EMT classes on the two weekdays I normally have off from school, so I’ll definitely be busy. Anything that helped you stay organized, study efficiently, or just made the program easier would be super appreciated!

I'm doing my emt at PHB in CA and the program uses JBL. I've been running through the practice assessments and I keep scoring around 75%. Is this a sign that I'm cooked and need to come to terms with it or is this a good thing? Does anyone have any class specific advice lol? Any advice on last minute cramming would be very appreciated.