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Thank you for your response. I am currently registered for class, and do not hold a NYS cert yet.

I am registered for my EMT-B and I am looking for a job as an Emergency Room Tech at my local hospital. Is EMT a requirement for all techs or can I take an alternative school such as nursing since I deal alot with patient contact?

Hi Dave, Im Brian. I am also 17 years old and I am currently going through the same about where to start off. I live in NY, many different regions have different protocols. You may start your EMT-B classes at 17 years of age, but you cannot take the written test until you are 18. In my area, the different levels of training are as follows: CFR-Certified First Responder-- One step below an EMT-B and you are eligible to take this class at your age. EMT-B- EMT-CC EMT-P My area does not do EMT-Intermediates, but your region might. I am currently an observer at my local Ambulance service to try and gain experience before I start my classes. You should check into that in your area. Most agencies do accept applications for observer only at 17 years old and the time you spend really pays off. Good Luck!

I am 17 years old and I am registered for the next available EMT class for my area. I have a huge interest in EMS and I would like to know why most ems agencies do not accept volunteers as an observer to try and gain experience, even with written consent from a parent/ guardian for liability.