MARKC0311
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Hello all, new to the forum, thanks for having me,
Before I get to my question, a bit about myself first. I am currently attending an EMT-B course in NYC. I take my state exams in December. I am an 8 year veteran of the USMC (2002-2010), and through those years have been on 6 combat deployments between Iraq and Afghanistan, so I am no stranger to severe trauma in a kinetic environment. In the Marine Corps, I was a combat lifesaver when I was a regular grunt, then after being accepted into Spec. Ops. was afforded the opportunity to go to Field Med. School, so I am no stranger to treating severe trauma either. Upon leaving the military I attended nursing school, working on a BSN, after earning 90+ credits, I decided that nursing wasn't for me, and wanted to stay on the "front lines" as it were, where I feel that my experience would make me a more valuable asset. During nursing school I was a straight A student except for in Statistics, where I received a D. I completed and aced A&P 1 and 2, microbiology, pathophysiology, genetics, organic & physiological chemistry, 2 psychology classes, and a nutrition class (which, believe it or not, DOES help while assessing a medical patient), along with all the core classes needed. As I said before, I am a vet, and have the Post 9/11 GI Bill to my advantage. My goal upon passing my state exams is to become a paramedic, and I am more than willing and able to pay for paramedic school myself, instead of waiting for FDNY, or other agencies to make it happen for me. So my question, finally is, can anyone direct me in which way to go as far as paramedic training goes? Should I pursue it right after getting my EMT-B cert, if that's even possible. Or should I wait, and get some experience on the street first. Also can anyone recommend a good paramedic program in the NYC area, and if possible, name any of their pre-reqs?
Sorry if this seems a bit long in the tooth, I just want anyone who offers their advice, comments, or help to understand my situation as completely as possible. Thanks in advance for your time and any advice. Stay safe out there and always remember to CYA!
Before I get to my question, a bit about myself first. I am currently attending an EMT-B course in NYC. I take my state exams in December. I am an 8 year veteran of the USMC (2002-2010), and through those years have been on 6 combat deployments between Iraq and Afghanistan, so I am no stranger to severe trauma in a kinetic environment. In the Marine Corps, I was a combat lifesaver when I was a regular grunt, then after being accepted into Spec. Ops. was afforded the opportunity to go to Field Med. School, so I am no stranger to treating severe trauma either. Upon leaving the military I attended nursing school, working on a BSN, after earning 90+ credits, I decided that nursing wasn't for me, and wanted to stay on the "front lines" as it were, where I feel that my experience would make me a more valuable asset. During nursing school I was a straight A student except for in Statistics, where I received a D. I completed and aced A&P 1 and 2, microbiology, pathophysiology, genetics, organic & physiological chemistry, 2 psychology classes, and a nutrition class (which, believe it or not, DOES help while assessing a medical patient), along with all the core classes needed. As I said before, I am a vet, and have the Post 9/11 GI Bill to my advantage. My goal upon passing my state exams is to become a paramedic, and I am more than willing and able to pay for paramedic school myself, instead of waiting for FDNY, or other agencies to make it happen for me. So my question, finally is, can anyone direct me in which way to go as far as paramedic training goes? Should I pursue it right after getting my EMT-B cert, if that's even possible. Or should I wait, and get some experience on the street first. Also can anyone recommend a good paramedic program in the NYC area, and if possible, name any of their pre-reqs?
Sorry if this seems a bit long in the tooth, I just want anyone who offers their advice, comments, or help to understand my situation as completely as possible. Thanks in advance for your time and any advice. Stay safe out there and always remember to CYA!