What personal qualifications, skills, and abilities are necessary to be an EMT?
EMTs must be able to give and receive verbal and written instructions quickly and clearly, remain calm in emergencies, and maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance. They must also be able to use good judgment under stress, use common sense, drive an emergency vehicle, avoid endangering themselves or their co-workers, and avoid inflicting further injury on patients. For more information about the EMT program, including requirements, CLICK HERE.
