Tiff

I am just as concerned about this as the OP.. I am "green" as well. My problem is I do not have the option to work in the field before I get my paramedic. I got my basic certification and moved directly toward my paramedic classes (in class now). I am a single mom in a program that provides housing for single mothers as long as we are in college, kind of like a dorm. I do not feel I could make enough money to support my kids alone only having my basic cert. I am very worried about whether or not I will be good in the field, but I do have MANY hrs in clinicals from basic, which started last August, to Paramedic, which ends in December. The paramedics I "shadow" actually let me be lead on the calls now that I am done with Intermediate. I pray I am the best I can be but I know I will still have a lot to learn and only experience will teach me. I would have liked to work in the field before getting my Paramedic cert, but that was not in the cards. Is it possible to be a decent medic and not have the field experience?

Dallas Fire Rescue proudly boasts 24 week trained firemedic idiots who do not carry analgesics and if my memory is correct they hold exclusive 911 rights.

Hey, at least they are better than Houston with its 12 week Paramedics

Everything is bigger in Texas, except Paramedic education ... 625 literal clock hours is acceptable.

I'm pretty sure they are talking about training from them not a school.. I am in a school, do clinicals and the awful skills testing. Gotta love learning how to intubate a dummy with a fixed little puffy tongue instead of a dummy with a more true to life tongue.. they get their "on the job training" instead of skills lab..

I really have no idea about the DFW area. I think, Dallas is fire-based, but don't quote me.

I just want to congratulate you on getting your degree and not taking the easiest route to the world of EMS.

If I'm not mistaken, I think TX will have you licensed instead of certified for obtaining the degree! That in and of itself is something!

Good job.

Jim

Thank you Jim, it has been a long road but I am ready to be done. I am nervous to be in the real world, but I guess that is normal. I just pray I retain as much of this as possible!

He's responding from TDCJ, that's why he doesn't post much..he only gets internet during library time...

Dwayne

That is TOO funny!! are we talking about Huntsville or one of the smaller places??

I'm still a newbie to this site AND the world of EMT.. I graduate with my AAS - Paramedic in December 2011.. I'm excited, but I'm nervous about finding a job. I am in East Texas right now but as soon as I graduate I will be in the DFW area and was hoping some of you guys could help me learn how to apply to the different companies and wondering which ones require a dual cert. All help is appreciated!

Tiff

Another East Texan here, glad to have you.

What City/ company in East Tx?

thank you guys!! I am in the paramedic program and we are just starting pharmacology.. I'm sure I will have MANY questions.. Can't wait to get to know the group!

Thanks guys.. I appreciate the welcome.. Yes, all my parts are from TX.. I'm in East Tx right now but will be going back to Dallas hopefully in January or Feb.

Hello! I'm a Paramedic student from texas. I have my EMT-I certificate but have not taken the NREMT exam yet. I appreciate advice from the veterans in the field. I know I have alot to learn outside the classroom.. Hope to make some new friends

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I happen to find this one hilarious..