I'm sure this has been asked before to a degree, but just thoughts or experiences if you've moved to the EMT / paramedic side of things from a completely non-related profession. I'm looking into it, have for some time, and so far have just talked to a few people I know who have been / are, but kind of would like "honest" opinions: pros, cons, is this even doable with a family. (Right now we both work at the same place, small fam. biz, and have toddler twins)
My friends are all "go for it" but they're trying to be supportive, which is great, but I'd like to get a really good picture. I know I certainly won't be making more, probably less so that's a factor, but I don't like what I do now anymore, at least as a full time job. I can easily do most of it from home if I get going on the EMT thought. So for anyone who's done this as a career change, best thing you ever did, any thoughts for someone still in decision mode? Also, doubting age is a huge issue, I'm 31. Technically in shape, just would have to get used to lifting heavier weights I'm sure.
TIA!
My friends are all "go for it" but they're trying to be supportive, which is great, but I'd like to get a really good picture. I know I certainly won't be making more, probably less so that's a factor, but I don't like what I do now anymore, at least as a full time job. I can easily do most of it from home if I get going on the EMT thought. So for anyone who's done this as a career change, best thing you ever did, any thoughts for someone still in decision mode? Also, doubting age is a huge issue, I'm 31. Technically in shape, just would have to get used to lifting heavier weights I'm sure.
TIA!