Should I become an EMT before attending a 2 year PA program?
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I worked for a 911 provider and there were several EMT's that already had there Bachelors and were trying for PA school. When it comes to hands on experience being an EMT on a 911 rig will look excellent on your application. You come in contact with all sorts of medical conditions, plus depending on your program, training can be as short as 3 weeks. Several of the EMT's I worked with were snapped up by USC, western uni, and other great schools.
352152
I believe that you can become a nurse in two years. It may only be a LPN rather than a RN, but you can then help people and receive good pay while you continue on to becoming a RN or even attaining a degree. All the while you are dealing with people that that need help! Good luck!
1010650
I just finished EMT training! Good luck hun! really well worth it......got mine in CA.
249544
Im trying to decipher what you're looking for. Is it an accelerated Paramedic course? Or an accredited course?\nWhat you need is a bridge course. (bridges the gap between RN and Paramedic) I know of one in my area, Northwest Ohio. Anywhere else, I am afraid I don't know.
432639
Physician assistant programs usually last at least 2 years; admission requirements vary by program, but many require at least 2 years of college and some health care experience. \n\n\nYou can read more about Physicians Assistants at the sites below....
899899
The only degree available in 2 years is an associates degree.  Worth having and you can usually apply your credits toward a bachelors degree at some later date.  Other than an A.A. there are several certification programs such as an E.M.T. usually these take about 1 year to complete.  Medical certificates are a good choice as well.  But you should know that workers who possess a bachelors degree or advanced Masters stand to make several hundred thousand more in their lifetime than those having less education.  It's a financial decision from start to finish and you have to really want it to succeed in business.  Good luck.
631461
No.  This would be a bad idea.  You should consider entering a BSN program at a state university.  At the very least you will make progress towards the MSN while you mark time waiting for the LPN/RN programs or - best situation - you will be admitted into the BSN program after completing the prerequisites and be in line to later earn the MSN.\n\nI know more, but I don't know what area you are in.
1032199
Not too likely unless you are considered unusually spectacular.  2 year colleges are considered as high school extensions to the majority at prestigious universities.  Better chances at a quality public university (e.g., University of Washington).
163679
It depends on the department that you are applying for. I didn't have to have 2 years for my department but I did have some college and I went through the Police academy. Sometimes military experience is substituted for college. It all depends where you're applying. Good luck
107872
Before starting the process of becoming a physician (or any profession) you must do some honest soul searching. First of all you must be aware of the time commitment involved in becoming a physician. Medicine is a career that requires many years of preparation. Generally most people graduate college at age 22 and medical school at 26. Then after 3 years of internship and residency, many physicians begin their career at age 29. However, the training for some specialties can last until the physician's early to mid 30's. Obviously this can delay plans for marriage and starting a family. Some people begin their medical education after pursuing other careers, which can further delay the completion of their medical training. You must decide early on if you are willing to dedicate the time it takes to become a physician. As you can see, this is not a decision to be made lightly.
420929
Find out what the requirements are for the medical program you plan to attend after your undergraduate degree and that will help you understand if you need a full four-year degree before entering or not.
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the times differ from state to state\nEMT basic (reqired) 3 months\nEMT - Advanced (not reqired) 3 months\nEMT - Paramedic (depending on the program) 9-12 months.\n\nI personaly recomend that you work as an EMT-basic for at least a year before you take your paramedics.\n\nYes many comunity colleges offer paramedic programs.  Also some hospitals.
1143027
The Great Falls College of Technology has a great EMT course.  They offer an AAS degree, as well as a certificate with specialized endorsement.  Good luck with that....it's a great career!  http://www.msugf.edu/
976626
An associate's degree generally takes two years.
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Contact any number of universities that offer this program.  Some require that you have worked in the health care field for a number of years other do not.  University of Washington, Seattle,  Moscow Idaho, are two programs.  Great filed to be in for you won't turn out to be a Jerk like many Dr's.  PA's tend to be more intouch with people and not their bank accounts.  Oh yes I been in health care for 16 years.\n\nHeres a site you may like.  \nhttp://www.aapa.org/pgmlist.php3
1101046
I am in school right now for this. I am getting an associates in Paralegal (2 years), but then I am transferring to a four year program. You can get a job with the two year, but most employers prefer the four year ones I think. Also, most employers prefer experience over education.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College offers an EMT training class that is 6 mos long, and it's in the medical field.  You could save lives!!!\n\nGood luck, and God bless.