Jarrett Jacobson
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Hey EMS Fam,
I’ve been really curious lately about a good pathway to take in order to be a more useful officer down the road. I’m currently finishing the Emergency Medical Responder Class in order to move into the EMT class in about 2 weeks. I’m also taking the EMS academy option this next semester to start learning about academy structure and lifestyle. I’m wanting to work for a state police agency, such as the California Highway Patrol or Washington State Patrol. Since these men and women also respond more frequently to vehicle accidents than a typical municipality officer, my question is... would it be beneficial to me to work towards my Paramedic Certification before I become an officer, or is that not necessary? I’m still planning on completing my EMT this fall. Let me know. Thanks!
I’ve been really curious lately about a good pathway to take in order to be a more useful officer down the road. I’m currently finishing the Emergency Medical Responder Class in order to move into the EMT class in about 2 weeks. I’m also taking the EMS academy option this next semester to start learning about academy structure and lifestyle. I’m wanting to work for a state police agency, such as the California Highway Patrol or Washington State Patrol. Since these men and women also respond more frequently to vehicle accidents than a typical municipality officer, my question is... would it be beneficial to me to work towards my Paramedic Certification before I become an officer, or is that not necessary? I’m still planning on completing my EMT this fall. Let me know. Thanks!