MrLegsGuy
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I have a few questions about my EMT-B class I'll be taking in about 5 months. This is the career I've wanted since I was a determined five year old riding around on my firetruck with a box of bandages, so I'm not concerned to whether it's what I want. I know it is, and the very thought im finally starting in just 5 months gives me butterflies. However..
I am a (now former) frequent marijuana smoker for the treatment (not legal) of some very obstructive ocular migraines. I have finally found a medication that acts as a suitable replacement and works at controlling them. I haven't smoked for 4 weeks, and don't plan on starting again because my need for it is gone. I have questions I would very much appreciate answers to. Hopefully someone here can help.
- My EMT program indicates on the website, there is drug screening. Is this normal? And would this take place before the course begins? If so, when?
- Would a positive drug test ruin all of my chances in a career dedicated to saving lives? Because honestly, we all know how the world works. If the law says it's a drug, than any employer would try to reduce the amount of employees under the influence of it whether or not it truly affects work performance. Therefore preventing lawsuits when that employee is involved in a job with so many liabilities around the corner at every moment.
- How would an Emt or fire leadership act to the admittance of smoking marijuana in the past? Could they force legal action if I'm showing no signs of use at that point?
I don't want to have to lie about my substance history. It's truly the last thing I want to do, especially to someone I already look up to.
It's my dream to become an EMT, and eventually paramedic. It always has been.
I'd like to know all there is regarding this, and what it would be most wise for me.
I plan on being here awhile, and will do whatever it takes to achieve a spot in my mediocre paying incredible job. All help and advice is greatly appreciated.
I am a (now former) frequent marijuana smoker for the treatment (not legal) of some very obstructive ocular migraines. I have finally found a medication that acts as a suitable replacement and works at controlling them. I haven't smoked for 4 weeks, and don't plan on starting again because my need for it is gone. I have questions I would very much appreciate answers to. Hopefully someone here can help.
- My EMT program indicates on the website, there is drug screening. Is this normal? And would this take place before the course begins? If so, when?
- Would a positive drug test ruin all of my chances in a career dedicated to saving lives? Because honestly, we all know how the world works. If the law says it's a drug, than any employer would try to reduce the amount of employees under the influence of it whether or not it truly affects work performance. Therefore preventing lawsuits when that employee is involved in a job with so many liabilities around the corner at every moment.
- How would an Emt or fire leadership act to the admittance of smoking marijuana in the past? Could they force legal action if I'm showing no signs of use at that point?
I don't want to have to lie about my substance history. It's truly the last thing I want to do, especially to someone I already look up to.
It's my dream to become an EMT, and eventually paramedic. It always has been.
I'd like to know all there is regarding this, and what it would be most wise for me.
I plan on being here awhile, and will do whatever it takes to achieve a spot in my mediocre paying incredible job. All help and advice is greatly appreciated.