Hello all,
I'm hoping someone can clear up some confusion.
I remember being told here that I would not regret a path down our universities (University of New Mexico) BS program for EMS. I am wondering, "Why?"
To my understanding, there are programs offered where in 2 years one can attain enough education to becoming an EMT-P. I know our university offers specialization in Clinical Care, Administration or Education, but aside from that -- what are the main benefits of getting a BS degree in EMS versus obtaining EMT-P status via other quicker means?
Also, If its not too much I'd GREATLY appreciate some pro's and con's of the paramedic field.
Link to our program if interested:HERE
Thank you for your responses. I'm at a crossroads now (have been and its driving me crazy) and I'm trying to figure out whether I should go into EMS or get my BS in Nursing. Nursing seems to pay better in general, but pay isnt everything. EMS seems like it might fit my personality more but I'm completely ignorant on the fine details of the job. I probably just need to do a ton of ride-alongs to see those, but thought I'd try here too.
I'm hoping someone can clear up some confusion.
I remember being told here that I would not regret a path down our universities (University of New Mexico) BS program for EMS. I am wondering, "Why?"
To my understanding, there are programs offered where in 2 years one can attain enough education to becoming an EMT-P. I know our university offers specialization in Clinical Care, Administration or Education, but aside from that -- what are the main benefits of getting a BS degree in EMS versus obtaining EMT-P status via other quicker means?
Also, If its not too much I'd GREATLY appreciate some pro's and con's of the paramedic field.
Link to our program if interested:HERE
Thank you for your responses. I'm at a crossroads now (have been and its driving me crazy) and I'm trying to figure out whether I should go into EMS or get my BS in Nursing. Nursing seems to pay better in general, but pay isnt everything. EMS seems like it might fit my personality more but I'm completely ignorant on the fine details of the job. I probably just need to do a ton of ride-alongs to see those, but thought I'd try here too.