medic417
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It wasn't too long ago, barbers performed surgery. Thus, the origin of the striped barber pole. Doctors, even after graduation, do internships fellowships, etc before they are given full privelages at a hospital. But, our training isn't antwhere near the same. EMS is still evolving, and eventually, somone will figure out that the best scenario is at the minimum an Associates in paraedicine for everyone going into EMS. Make it one level; Paramedic. And, have it standardized over the entire nation. Although I'm sure there are some minor differences, a Doctor in Arizona can easily become a Doctor in Maine without having to undergo further training.
As the system works now though, Tiered training would better benefit everyone in my opinion. Until a DEGREE is required to do the job.
You know what clinicals are? They are internships. Then we get turned loose. Doctors to not stop and spend a year putting bandages on. They go get the education then do internships. Then the get turned loose. Really there is nothing to learn by stopping at the basic level. Get your basic as most states require it and go straight to Paramedic. While in Paramedic Degree program you can get some experience using your basic.
Your right we need to raise the minimum to work on an ambulance. It will be nice when all in EMS are properly educated as patients will be getting better care. It will also benefit the entire emergency healthcare system as more services will start treating and releasing and even denying transport to those that do not need the ambulance or the ER.