Spineboard06

Thanks for all the feedback. Lot's to think about...Heheh. As far as EMT-I's go i don't understand that and my girlfriend is an I. If you are going to go that far why not pay the extra money and go the whole nine yards and go to medic. I thought maybe it would help with transitioning? Or if it was best to wait and work a while, to work as an I rather than a B. -Heather

^Arkansas

Hi, I'm new around here, and wanted to post a couple of questions I have. I'm currently taking my EMT-B course. I had a few questions that I thought maybe a couple of you could give some input. Are there any age limits for EMT-B's to actually work for an Ambulance company? If so, is there a set standard or is it different everywhere? My other question is concerning what the next step to take. I hope to eventually get into a Paramedic program. In my state we don't stair step levels, so I could go directly into it. However, is that wise? Is it better to try and work a while as an EMT-B? Or should I go ahead and take the EMT-I training? Any input would be appreciated. Or any other advice for a newbie for that matter. ;-) Thanks.