Hey everyone, my name is Nicole. I'm 22 and currently an EMT Basic student in South Windsor, CT (6 month program). I started classes in January (yup, I'm a newbie) and I absolutely adore everything about EMS so far. I've been keeping up with my studies religiously (workbook/reading), and I do a...
I'm signed up with South Windsor EMS right now (through Manchester Community College), but if the numbers are too low (they might refund me?). If that doesn't work out I'll sign up with Hartford Hospital. I see you're from CT too, where did you do your training?
Oh okay, so it's pretty variable on what I'll have to do. I actually just posted my 1st open question (I'm still new to this forum thing) and I asked the same thing, I'm just curious if different areas/states/programs have you do different things but it really sounds like it just depends on who...
Hey guys! My name is Nicole and I start my EMT-B training in January. I was wondering... and maybe it varies between each program/situation, but what are the ride-a-longs like? Is it just for observational purposes or are you allowed to help out too?
Just curious as to what to expect and what...
Oh wow, so you've been exposed to EMS right from the beginning that's awesome. That's great advice actually, I'll definitely familiarize myself with whatever area/people I happen to be on shift (hopefully!) when the time comes. Yeah with the job being as serious/professional as it is, I feel...
Thank you! Haha yeah, I am a little nervous as January approaches but it's good to know I'm not the only one. After being a Basic for almost a year, what do you think so far? Was it what you expected? Thanks again & good luck to you too!
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Hey guys! My name is Nicole, I'm from CT and I'll be 22 years old next month. I just signed up to EMTLIFE tonight hoping I can gain some insight, advice, and familiarize myself with the world of EMS.
I'm currently a college student and I start my EMT-Basic training January 2011.
Any...