Are there different EMT certifications?

Yes, there are currently two levels of training for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT):

  1. EMT - Basic: entry level for basic life support
  2. EMT - Paramedic: the most highly trained, able to perform advanced life saving procedures

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1. How do I become an Emergency Medical Technician or EMT?
2. Are there different EMT certifications?
3. What are my privacy rights as a patient?
4. Who can I contact about my bill for EMS services?
5. I needed Webster EMS to go to the hospital. Can I get a copy of the medical records from that incident?
6. Does Webster EMS hold public CPR training classes?
7. How can I request an ambulance for an event being held in Webster?
8. How do I send a compliment / complaint to management regarding someone who works for EMS?
9. Can I schedule a non-emergency ambulance pick up with EMS?
10. How often should someone renew their CPR certification in order to keep current?