How Do You Become An EMT In New York?
An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provide lifesaving care for the sick or injured while transporting them to a medical facility. EMTs often work in ambulances and are dispatched to the scene of the accident. This job requires irregular working hours and sometimes hostile work environments that can be horrific and unsettling. To become an EMT in New York, you must undergo specialized training and certification. Complete an Emergency Medical Technician Certification program at an institution accredited by the New York State Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Training centers are located throughout the state. The NYS Bureau of Emergency Medical Services offers five medical certifications. These include Certified First Responder (CFR), Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate (AEMT-I), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Critical Care (AEMT-CC) and the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (AEMT-P
