Michael_1973

New to the site, so I hope I do not catch a lot of flack for throwing topics out there right away, but as I have just revently gotten back in to the EMS education, and found out that they doubled the curriculum across the board, I was curious to know what the general concensus was from the experts? Do you think this will help the field in the long run? I guess my opinion is...for a field that claims to have an abundance of EMT-B's currently...this might slow the stream down a bit...which will obviously slow the down line in advanced training. Just curious....what everyone else is thinking. Thanks and Happy 4th of July to everyone! Michael

Thanks everyone, I appreciate your knowledge and advice. Michael

Hello fellow EMS'ers....a little history on my "Stroy." I was a NREMT in Kentucky over 12 years ago prior to getting back in to the Marine Corps. I am currently back in EMT class, and really wishing I would have gotten back in to, or stayed in the EMS field long ago. I have done a lot of research, and "soul searching" over the last few years, and regardless of the hours/ lack of pay, can not think of myself doing anything else. I guess I am at that point in my life that I would rather be happy with what I am doing, then to have a big fat bank account or house. Anyway, I stumbled across this site a day or so ago, and look forward to utilizing it for additional social and EMS experience in my future. Before I load my 1st post, I will ask a few questions. Thank you in advance for anyone that cares to respond. 1. I know here in SC, they recently doubled the curiculm and cost for EMT-B, is this a National thing? I see pro's and con's to this. Fortunately I was able to have the miltary pick up the 1400 dollar tab for class...and 2 nights a week, for nearly 6 monhts is a bit of a long period to be tied down, however I see this as potentially helping the system in the long run, Is this just a SC thing? 2. My plan is to go on to Paramedic next year...or as soon as possible and my Marine Corps schedule will allow...is employment drastically enhanced upon getting Paramedic credentials. (Obviously I realize the more credentials, the better the chance, but coming from those that are out there in the System already, or in your own personal lives have you ever seen a Paramedic struggle finding work?) Even if it meant relocation or a pay cut? 3. Fianlly if anyone could share there opinion of the Pro's and Con's. I have seen some of the post in regards to Nursing VS/ Parmedic, I know the money is better...in most instances a Nurse can probably guarantee better work enviroment...however, I feel there are certain aspects of the EMS field that are not replaceable, and would enjoy hearing opions from those that are still living in the "passion of the profession." Until next time....Michael