All these certifications

[mathlegend]

So this summer, I'm planning to take a class for CPR certification and one for first aid certification. Then I'll probably take a class in the fall to get an emt-1 certification. But just a question...what does all these certifications do on their own? And is it possible to volunteer on the ambulance even though I'm under 18? (Sorry not too clear on that)

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[MilkmanAl]

what does all these certifications do on their own?

Not much, as far as I'm aware. It's just useful information.

And is it possible to volunteer on the ambulance even though I'm under 18?

I don't know about the legality of it, but I do know that most jobs in the health care industry want you to be at least 18 before they'll hire you. Volunteering I'm not sure about.

 

[236116]

So this summer, I'm planning to take a class for CPR certification and one for first aid certification. Then I'll probably take a class in the fall to get an emt-1 certification. But just a question...what does all these certifications do on their own? And is it possible to volunteer on the ambulance even though I'm under 18? (Sorry not too clear on that)

1. Nothing, and I suspect you mean EMT-B.
2. Not unless you know someone who knows someone.

 

[deleted6669]

depends where you live. some states allow folks to work as emt-b's at 16....I used to work with some when I was a medic....interesting experience.....

 

[mathlegend]

What's the difference between emt 1 and emt b? I see course offerings for both...

Do you know which states allows it?

 

[236116]

What's the difference between emt 1 and emt b? I see course offerings for both...

Do you know which states allows it?

Are you talking about EMT-the number one or EMT- the letter i?

You have to be an EMT-B w/ experience before you can go for EMT-eye.

 

[mathlegend]

EMT 1 (the number one)

 

[236116]

EMT 1 (the number one)

In CA an EMT-the number one is the same thing as an EMT-B.

 

[mathlegend]

Ah...I see

Then do you really see a difference in these two courses?
https://websmart.smccd.edu/prod/bzwkschd.p_course_popup?vsub=EMC.&vcrse=410&vterm=200908&vcrn=85111
https://websmart.smccd.edu/prod/bzwkschd.p_course_popup?vsub=FIRE&vcrse=795&vterm=200908&vcrn=90020

 

[236116]

Ah...I see

Then do you really see a difference in these two courses?
https://websmart.smccd.edu/prod/bzwkschd.p_course_popup?vsub=EMC.&vcrse=410&vterm=200908&vcrn=85111
https://websmart.smccd.edu/prod/bzwkschd.p_course_popup?vsub=FIRE&vcrse=795&vterm=200908&vcrn=90020

Looks like the first might be "real" emt and the second is for cross-trained firefighters?

 

[mathlegend]

Thanks. I'll clarify that by asking the school

Though I can't work part time as an emt until I'm 18...I guess I'll have to wait until college for that

 

[docB]

Why do you want to become an EMT? If your ultimate goal is medicine or podiatry then your time will not be best spent getting EMS training. This has been discussed at length here.

 

[mathlegend]

Thanks for that link, I read though alot of it.

I wanted to get a basic emt certification so I can work that as a side job in undergrad if I have time. I'd think it's quite interesting, but I wouldn't do it as a career.

 

[swimbeckers]

Where are you looking to work with your EMT-B certification? I am currently an EMT in northern california and I don't know of any ambulance company that will let you work as an EMT is you are under 21 for insurance/driving reasons. One of them in SF even has a 23 y/o limit. I would look into this before getting your certification just to make sure you can use it (since you will have to get it renewed every 2-3 years). Different States/counties are all different, but it's defintely something you need to consider. I got mine one summer at a community college b/w junior and senior year and that worked great. PM me if you have any questions and good luck!

 

[mathlegend]

Dang! Thanks, I'll look into it. I'll probably call ambulance companies once I know where I'm going for college...hope it works out