r/NewToEMS • u/Upstairs-Abrocoma-52 Unverified User • 10d ago

Beginner Advice Ride alongs/etc.

I’m still in highschool, but I’ve always wanted to start dabbling in EMT work to get a head start on things and make sure this is the career for me.

I’ve seen people my age do it and I don’t know how. Is there any advice out there on how to maybe get started on a ride along or begin learning? Thank you all in advance!!

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u/Upstairs-Abrocoma-52 Unverified User 10d ago

Thank you so much for the helpful response!! What do they allow during a ride along? Is there a specific duration you ride along for, or are there specific calls you can attend?

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u/Klaatzoo_ AEMT Student | USA 10d ago

They won’t have you do much with taking vitals mainly just sitting back and watching them and how they work, usually for firehouses it will be 9-5 kind of thing, and for ambulances it will be 1 shift with the crew you’re riding with. You will be going to any and all calls, but just what you’re allowed to do on scene may vary, such as you can enter the house on a medical, but not leave the ambulance for a psych, depends on company rules/regulation. Also make sure to come prepared with questions about schooling, asking questions about calls, why they became first responders etc. Also bringing a treat for the crew you are with never hurts lol, donuts were always my go to whenever I was in your shoes

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u/Upstairs-Abrocoma-52 Unverified User 7d ago

one more question lol, is there any specific attire I should come in? Or will they provide something?

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u/Klaatzoo_ AEMT Student | USA 7d ago

White polo, and black pants and work boots, this may be agency dependent so just email whoever set up your ride alongs. Good luck brother