okay so im starting EMT school on April second. I honestly don't think im mentally capable of becoming an EMT(im a little stupid). Do you really have to be super smart to actually succeeded as a EMT? People are always telling me "sometimes i wonder" "your to stupid to be a EMT" stuff like that.
stoudent starting EMT school in april 2
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First off I'm not sure if you're serious or not but I'm going to give you the benefit of the doubt.
Why do you feel that you're "too stupid" to be an EMT? This isn't rocket science even at the ALS level, in its current state.
How old are you? What's your educational background? What's your plan? Tell us your story. With only "I think I'm too stupid and my friends thing I'm too stupid" all we can really tell you is, "you're too stupid."
Why do you feel that you're "too stupid" to be an EMT? This isn't rocket science even at the ALS level, in its current state.
How old are you? What's your educational background? What's your plan? Tell us your story. With only "I think I'm too stupid and my friends thing I'm too stupid" all we can really tell you is, "you're too stupid."
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The EMT level is very basic training. Most EMTs are taught: if you have "A" then do "B" to help.
If you have never stuck a fork into a power outlet in your adult life then you should be able to pass the class. Hell I worked with a medic a couple of days ago who asked me to mop the kitchen floor in our station with car wash soap :wacko:
If you have never stuck a fork into a power outlet in your adult life then you should be able to pass the class. Hell I worked with a medic a couple of days ago who asked me to mop the kitchen floor in our station with car wash soap :wacko:
hello and thank you for replying. Unfortunately i am serious. When i was young (12) i was pretty smart but then high school came. I started using Ecstasy pills ive only done like 8 in my whole life. after that i tried crack once and never again. Then i started smoking marijuana for 4 years every single day. ever since i quited marijuana i noticed my speech isn't as strong as how it use to be. i have somewhat slurred speech and sometimes i don't make sense. I also have a very bad memory. So now i doubt life for the stupid mistake ive committed. I honestly don't think im mentally capable of becoming something in life
im 18, graduated highschool, and i want to be an EMT
ithank you so much for responding i really appreciate it
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First off, I'm not going to publicly admit the things I've done but if that makes you stupid I don't know how I function.
Secondly, is English your first language? Don't take this offensively it's a serious question.
Thirdly, you don't sound stupid you sound remorseful and you sound like you have a confidence problem. You're 18, you graduated high school, life is good! Cheer up buddy!!
the EMT curriculum is taught at the HS level, some may argue the paramedic class is as well, I don't think it is, maybe some of the books are rated at that level and some kids can retain that information in that format but that's a different topics.
I'm going to tell you this:
You can do anything you set your mind to, what matters is your drive and your want to do it. There are some people out there that are far from brilliant who have done some brilliant things. There are resources out there to help you through class. Classmates, teachers, tutors if you're at a CC, hell get a job as a vehicle supply tech at the local ambulance company and you'll make friends that can help you study. You just have to want it to make it happen. You're reaching out to us...you're smart enough to think to talk to people in the field before you start doing something. Generally a good idea.
Secondly, is English your first language? Don't take this offensively it's a serious question.
Thirdly, you don't sound stupid you sound remorseful and you sound like you have a confidence problem. You're 18, you graduated high school, life is good! Cheer up buddy!!
the EMT curriculum is taught at the HS level, some may argue the paramedic class is as well, I don't think it is, maybe some of the books are rated at that level and some kids can retain that information in that format but that's a different topics.I'm going to tell you this:
You can do anything you set your mind to, what matters is your drive and your want to do it. There are some people out there that are far from brilliant who have done some brilliant things. There are resources out there to help you through class. Classmates, teachers, tutors if you're at a CC, hell get a job as a vehicle supply tech at the local ambulance company and you'll make friends that can help you study. You just have to want it to make it happen. You're reaching out to us...you're smart enough to think to talk to people in the field before you start doing something. Generally a good idea.
First off, I'm not going to publicly admit the things I've done but if that makes you stupid I don't know how I function.
Secondly, is English your first language? Don't take this offensively it's a serious question.
Thirdly, you don't sound stupid you sound remorseful and you sound like you have a confidence problem. You're 18, you graduated high school, life is good! Cheer up buddy!!
I'm going to tell you this:
You can do anything you set your mind to, what matters is your drive and your want to do it. There are some people out there that are far from brilliant who have done some brilliant things. There are resources out there to help you through class. Classmates, teachers, tutors if you're at a CC, hell get a job as a vehicle supply tech at the local ambulance company and you'll make friends that can help you study. You just have to want it to make it happen. You're reaching out to us...you're smart enough to think to talk to people in the field before you start doing something. Generally a good idea.
yes it is my first language. why the question? If theirs something wrong with my English please be honest so i can work on that
thanks for the advice ill keep that in mind. Once again i really appreciate the advice.
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Your grammar and punctuation are awful. And your sentences are choppy and weirdly worded. Maybe a speech and English class would be beneficial for you.
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And there's no "o" in student.
Maybe some basic college gen ed, like English comp, will get you back into the learning mode and reinforce that you're not too stupid to be an EMT. It can only help, right?
Maybe some basic college gen ed, like English comp, will get you back into the learning mode and reinforce that you're not too stupid to be an EMT. It can only help, right?
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That writing style seems pretty common among young folks (early 20's and younger) these days, and I can only imagine it stems from the fact that for folks in that age range, a large majority of the written communication that they've done has been texting/IM'ing/tweeting, etc. They seem to develop a very informal writing style that often manifests when it shouldn't, unless they make a conscious effort to avoid it.
I'm sure some of the educators on here have seen plenty of examples of smart young people who are fully capable of writing professionally, but just don't unless they really have to.
I'm sure some of the educators on here have seen plenty of examples of smart young people who are fully capable of writing professionally, but just don't unless they really have to.
Three suggestions:
1. Quit calling yourself stupid, or even thinking of yourself that way.
2. Don't hang with anyone who calls you stupid.
3. Find something you're good at that you also enjoy. Start with that.
I promise you none of us are in EMS because we're super smart.
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This has got to be someone I work with...
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Take a CPR class from the Red Cross, heck your local fire department may even put on free sidewalk CPR classes every so often. Add in a Boy Scouts level first aid course, and congratulations, you've successfully learned 80% of the actual skills you'll be expected to know as an EMT. Should be a quick and relatively cheap way to boost your confidence
Like someone said, an English comp class would help you.
As someone else said, if you passed high school you can do it. Its nothing tremendously hard or stressful, hell its not even 200 hours for the whole class. It isn't a "high school level" class, in some states it is a high school class. Its nothing more stressful than your average algebra class, for most its probably easier.
As someone else said, if you passed high school you can do it. Its nothing tremendously hard or stressful, hell its not even 200 hours for the whole class. It isn't a "high school level" class, in some states it is a high school class. Its nothing more stressful than your average algebra class, for most its probably easier.
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Take these suggestions below seriously. They will help.
Below is a great way to get introduced to the majority of skills you'll actually use as an EMT.
Lastly, when you get a chance, take an English Composition course, even if it's "remedial" or whatever they're calling it these days. It's not that you're stupid, it's that you just need to learn the rules of writing. I've noticed a lot of people coming out of High School haven't been taught those rules. Spelling is a big part of good writing, but so is the grammar and punctuation rules. As you master those rules, your ability to express yourself in the written form will dramatically improve.
If you're still using drugs of any sort, stop. You've admitted already that you've used them in the past. You can't change that, but you can change your present and your future. You've graduated High School. You've got a goal. Go for it!
Oh, and even though I'm in Nursing School, I'm no genius either. Just very, very determined and persistent. I've learned how I learn best.
Agreed on both points. Can't change the past. Past shouldn't matter as much as the present, however.
Also, almost every EMT class will have open labs to help with you skills. You go in on your own time and people realize that you want to make it and they'll take time to help you. Take advantage of it.
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Think it has more to do with the fact that with the Internet, Texting, Tweeting, and ebonics it prevents real writing skills to come about. We rely heavily on word or a spellcheck to correct our spelling, and Grammar check to correct our phrasing. You are taught to properly write correct sentences and paragraphs but texting all day with Yo, sup! or I'm feelin Cr8z has become the socially accepted norm, but it makes for poor use of the English language when you really need to use it.
TO THE OP.
Take the advice given. EMT is a fairly straightforward course and someone of even average intelligence can complete it and become a well rounded EMT.
However I do believe some supplemental college courses can be beneficial to you. Jr. Colleges offer a variety of them and if you chose to pursue a degree you already have some credits to apply for your English and Mathematics and the likes.
Don't hang out with the crowd you did before, get some self confidence. Pick yourself up and just do it, i found the NYS course to be very easy. If you feel you lack writing or reading skills then go to your local CC and take some classes and make it happen.
First of all, don't EVER pay attention to what people say of you. Its only opinions, not facts. You can do ANYTHING you set your mind to do, ANYTHING! Im not going to sugar coat anything so I will tell you that EMT school is challenging and requires focus but most importantly, determination. If you REALLY want it, you will get it. I failed out the very 1st time I went to school. Didnt even get to get my Basic. But I went back and got through it all. Dont be down on yourself, theres no such thing as stupid. Were all different and we learn in different ways. Find the ways that help you best and do them. Best of luck to you, you can do it!!!
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I'm familiar with the fish climbing a tree cliché, but I have to disagree. Stupid is present, and rampant. I see it on calls every shift, both from my patients and often my partners. The stupidity that abounds is mind-numbing.
Just to make it somewhat relevant: OP, give it a shot. If you make it through, good for you. If you don't pass, then it may not be your cup of tea and you may start looking for some other strengths. Ask around your area to find the best quality program you can, and study hard.
Just to make it somewhat relevant: OP, give it a shot. If you make it through, good for you. If you don't pass, then it may not be your cup of tea and you may start looking for some other strengths. Ask around your area to find the best quality program you can, and study hard.
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