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@MMiz: sure will. Thank you for the encouragement

@Phillrube: understood. Kind of expecting that. :). Gotta pay our dues

@Dr.Parasite: thank you for the words of wisdom and encouragement. Yup, I’m already studying. I start EMT classes in January at Lanier Tech in Northeast GA. My goal is to be as prepared as possible before classes start. I already have a graduate degree so hopefully I’ve got the right study...

Hahaha… You all are awesome. Thanks for helping me feel better about it. I’m applying to a local community college for the training as we speak. 👍

Thanks CCCSD. I was a little worried about ageism. Probably not as much of an issue for volunteer work. So do I start by just taking the course first at my local tech college or should I speak to someone at the EMS in the county first?

Thank you mgr22, yes, absolutely agree.

Haha. That’s what I was thinking too. Then I remembered that my wife always says I’d be late to my own funeral anyhow so no problem :)

Hi all, Back in my early thirties I considered becoming a volunteer EMT to give back to the community and help people in need but a young family and career (pharmaceutical/medical device marketing and eduction) got in the way. Fast forward 30 years later and I feel like I’m ready to pursue it...