Hi.
I came here looking for information on EMS Training, and to get a feel for what life as an EMT is like. Over the past few days I found both.
I'm a student in Ann Arbor, MI. Community College, not the University. EMT work attracts me because I'm very familiar with medical practices already. Spent enough time in the university hospital for a total colectomy in my teenage years. I'm physically fit, willing to work any hours and maintain professionalism in any situation.
I already work long and absurd hours at a bar - goodbye weekends. Seeing that EMT's often work similar shifts gives me a level of comfort. I concentrate my studies in Chemistry and Biology, and have always done well in the sciences.
A few questions I've had difficulty answering for myself despite my best attempts at researching them:
1) I see that the state of Michigan Calls EMT-I/85's "EMT Specialists". How does the certification and duties differ from standard I/85s?
2) Can you earn certification for EMT-B/I in Michigan, or any state, by only studying and taking tests rather than attending courses?
3) With the NREMT-B Test being Pass/Fail, and not scored, how can I make myself stand out among my peers?
I came here looking for information on EMS Training, and to get a feel for what life as an EMT is like. Over the past few days I found both.
I'm a student in Ann Arbor, MI. Community College, not the University. EMT work attracts me because I'm very familiar with medical practices already. Spent enough time in the university hospital for a total colectomy in my teenage years. I'm physically fit, willing to work any hours and maintain professionalism in any situation.
I already work long and absurd hours at a bar - goodbye weekends. Seeing that EMT's often work similar shifts gives me a level of comfort. I concentrate my studies in Chemistry and Biology, and have always done well in the sciences.
A few questions I've had difficulty answering for myself despite my best attempts at researching them:
1) I see that the state of Michigan Calls EMT-I/85's "EMT Specialists". How does the certification and duties differ from standard I/85s?
2) Can you earn certification for EMT-B/I in Michigan, or any state, by only studying and taking tests rather than attending courses?
3) With the NREMT-B Test being Pass/Fail, and not scored, how can I make myself stand out among my peers?
This is a great starting point for infomation, I know there will be more posts for your questions!! Good luck! 
