Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics

Significant Points

• Because emergency services function 24 hours a day, emergency medical technicians and paramedics have irregular working hours.
• Emergency medical technicians and paramedics need formal training and certification, but requirements vary by State.
• Employment is projected to grow much faster than average as paid emergency medical technician positions replace unpaid volunteers.
• Competition will be greater for jobs in local fire, police, and rescue squad departments than in private ambulance services; opportunities will be best for those who have advanced certification.

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