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titmouse, I completely agree that I shouldn't rely on the the opinion of anyone other than myself whether this path is right for me. We all process the career differently, so it was a bit of a loaded question. However, being as conflicted and apprehensive as I am/was, I really needed to hear...

Dan216, I would love to start volunteering and taking classes now, but the major for my bachelor's is really intense, and I have to focus all my energy on it, lest I delay my graduation by another year. In the summer, however, I will definitely be looking into classes and volunteering...

EMDispatch, it's really great you found your calling. I never want to be one of those people who go through the motions and end up in an unsatisfactory career but are unable to change. Like you, for me it's either grad school or EMT classes. firetender, that is a great idea to volunteer first...

Thanks for your advice unleashedfury. It's highly probable that I'll end up doing it. It does sound like a very rewarding career, though I'll do my best to be responsible about my mental health. Interesting path you've to EMS!

Thank you mariemt! I will see where things are in 2 years, and yes, I do my best not to self-medicate although it has been a rough year. I can see how it could take a toll on me to lose patients despite all efforts. Thanks again for sharing your own experience.

Hi all, Just looking for some honest opinions. Any thoughts, positive or negative, are appreciated. I have been thinking about becoming an EMT after I graduate from college. This was actually what I wanted to do since high school, but naturally I flitted around my options and let life...