EMT | How I got my job & where I'm going | Part 2 | Khan Academy

What program was the speaker originally enrolled in before switching?

• Fire academy

• Pre-law program

• Technical school

• EMT basic course

What did the speaker dislike about the pre-law program?

• The course content

• The competitive job market

• The lack of physical activity

• Sitting behind a desk all day

For how many years did the speaker work as a volunteer firefighter?

• 4 years

• 2 years

• 5 years

• 3 years

What certification did the speaker obtain to go full-time professional?

• Rescue diver

• Firefighter certification

• EMT

• Paramedic

What is the NREMT?

• National Rescue and Emergency Management Team

• National Response Emergency Medical Team

• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

• National Registry of Emergency Medicine Training

Which specialized certification does the speaker have?

• Flight paramedic certification

• Advanced cardiac life support

• Pediatric emergency care

• Geriatric emergency medicine

What is the minimum age requirement for most departments mentioned by the speaker?

• 25 or older

• 21 or older

• 18 or older

• 16 or older

What kind of tests do you have to pass to be considered for the job, according to the speaker?

• Written and oral test

• Physical and skills test

• Skills and written test

• Physical, skills, and written test

What future role does the speaker aspire to achieve?

• Paramedic

• Chief level

• Training officer

• Technical rescue specialist

What is the speaker's best advice for someone starting out?

• Get as much education as possible

• Start working as soon as possible

• Focus on gaining experience

• Specialize in one area