jonwsu333

Hello, In response to a few questions posted. Percom actually lists Anatomy as a prerequisite. They provide it as part of the package, and require you to complete it before starting the EMT work. Skills training is also a big part of the EMT course. Percom requires its students to attend training facilities for a Saturday and Sunday, on two separate occasions to practice skills. The student then must test their skills and pass in order to start their clinicals. I received my EMT-B training at an actual college and we did skills training once a week. We got in groups and drilled the different skills. Remembering where the EKG lines go or certain details don't have to be done in person. I can look at a diagram and remember it. Inserting an IV, splinting, stuff like that, I agree, needs to be practiced in person. I am not a paramedic as you are, so I do not have as much merit when discussing this, but I am just looking at the logistics. They do provide skills training at certified training facilities. Also, they work with facilities across Texas for clinicals. You are required to complete 168 hours of clinical time. This is split between EMS and Emergency Room. You intern with the exact same people you would if you attended a school. As far as online vs in classroom. The only thing you are getting online is the material. To me, this is more of a preferential situation (do you prefer to learn in the classroom with a teacher reading the material, or do you prefer to learn it on your own, at your own pace). This is not to say that there isn't a teacher available to you if you need help. I guess you need to ask the question, what exactly is the teacher providing for you. The only thing in question as far as I see it is.... can you absorb the material from the book and understand as well on your own versus in the classroom. I agree, online isn't for everybody, but I think you had a few questions about the credibility of this program and what it provides. They dont just give you material then say go practice. You have to drill skills, past skills tests, do clinical hours (the same amount as any paramedic program), then you can hit the field. Again, I am not saying you are wrong or that I don't value your opinion, I am just shedding some light on the program and how it works. Feel free to respond. P.S. I didnt read the whole forum, so I apologize if anyone answered these questions.