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  1. K

    Help with elective placement in Scandinavia

    Hello, I'm a student paramedic currently studying paramedic science at the University of East Anglia (in England). I was hoping that someone might be able to offer some information about the possibility of an ambulance placement in Scandinavia, Norway in particular? In my 3rd year, before...
  2. H

    NEMT vs EMT transportation

    Just a heads up for all EMT's or students out there looking for a NEMT (non-emergency medical transportation) gig, Healthtrans in paramount is hiring now. No EMT license needed, just first aid CPR card. Still working with patients and gurney's o=in IFT setting and experience in working with a...
  3. Say G

    Words of Wisdom

    This is for everybody I see that come's to this site seeking advice from the folks with years of field experience. Tell us about a situation you experienced that managed to teach you something that may have changed your way of doing things even if it's as simple as how close you get yourself...
  4. HypOthymesia

    Feeling dejected...need some advice

    Long story short: Passed EMT, got NREMT cert and State cert. County EMS service said do this and we'll hire you. County changed requirements after saying you only need XYZ four days prior. Added a "Must have 1 year of clinical experience". I can't seem to even get an interview in an ER as a...
  5. HesDeadJim

    (very) part time emt work

    I volunteer with my local search and rescue team. I have a full time job in business/finance that I'm not planning on abandoning. I got my EMT-B to be a more useful member of my team. I'd like to eventually like to get into a paramedic program. My two problems: There are a couple of programs...
  6. C

    Schools

    I'm currently looking at schools to get certified for EMT basic. What are things I should look for in a school? Should I go through a Community College, FD, or an Academy type class? How long did it take after you completed your certification before you secured employment? Is there anything you...
  7. C

    Schools

    I'm currently looking at schools to get certified for EMT basic. What are things I should look for in a school? Should I go through a Community College, FD, or an Academy type class? How long did it take after you completed your certification before you secured employment? Is there anything you...
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