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Originally Posted by JTULLOCK
I am looking at going into being a firefighter. I know that one must complete their EMT1 and EMT2 before applying. Any one have any info that could help me in my pursuit?
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I am an EMT
http://www.nremt.org/about/nremt_news.asp and a volunteer firefighter. I respond to 200 - 300 calls annually, 75% of which are medical in nature.
A firefighter/EMT should be in excellent physical condition and be able to handle stressful situations well. I enjoy the medical calls the most, though it is often a thankless job. Having said that, there are those times when I know I have made the difference between life and death - and that is very rewarding in it'self.
The primary reasons I did not seek fultime employment as an EMT/Firefighter is:
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Salary I would take a substaincial cut in pay - at least for the first ten years.
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Hours There is a temptation to work double shifts to make up for the pay-scale, and I am not willing to spend 96 hrs per week away from my family. (while I do this now at times, it is not normal to my schedule)
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