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The Paramedic Coach Podcast

The Paramedic Coachwww.prepareforems.com

The Paramedic Coach discusses EMS education, NREMT certification, and gives career advice and insight to new EMS providers. 

EMT Training and Paramedic Training can be very accelerated and students can get left behind. My goal with this podcast is to help students pass school and the NREMT exams. I believe that anyone out there who wants to serve their community as an EMT or Paramedic should be able to do that. 

My aim is to decrease the failure rates of NREMT exams and help students pass the NREMT exam the first time. 

Whether you are preparing for EMT/Paramedic School, in EMS classes right now, or studying for your NREMT exams this podcast is built for you.I look forward to seeing your EMS education and NREMT exam success! 

Be Great, 

Evan, The Paramedic Coach®

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Failed NREMT? Try THIS Proven Study Plan and Finally Pass!

Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Need NREMT Recertification? Go Here: https://www.recertforems.com Need NREMT Remedial Training? Go Here: https://www.remedialforems.com The EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com The NREMT exam is the examination that certifies emergency medical technicians and paramedics. This includes the EMR, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic national registry exams. My aim with this presentation is to give you a concise study plan th...

Jan 06, 202511 min

Thinking About Becoming an EMT? (Watch This First)

Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Need NREMT Recertification? Go Here: https://www.recertforems.com Need NREMT Remedial Training? Go Here: https://www.remedialforems.com The EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com This video explains how to get started working on the ambulance service (EMS) and describes the ranks and certification levels of the NREMT. I recommend skipping EMR and jumping right into EMT school as this is true "entry-level" posit...

Dec 09, 202412 min

NREMT Recertification: Complete Walkthrough

Need NREMT Recertification? Go Here: https://www.recertforems.com Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Need NREMT Remedial Training? Go Here: https://www.remedialforems.com The EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com EMS providers every two years must submit an application for NREMT recertification. There are two ways you can maintain your national registry certification. The most common route is taking continuing medical education that is CAPCE ac...

Oct 30, 20248 min

Convert a State EMS Certification to NREMT Certification

Need NREMT Recertification? Go Here: https://www.recertforems.com Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Need NREMT Remedial Training? Go Here: https://www.remedialforems.com The EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com If you have a current state EMS certification and want to turn that into national registry (NREMT) certification here is how you do it! Many EMS providers will message me asking about this process usually it is because they are moving ...

Oct 28, 20248 min

How To Get Your NREMT Back! (Expired or Lapsed NREMT Certification)

Need NREMT Recertification? Go Here: https://www.recertforems.com Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Need NREMT Remedial Training? Go Here: https://www.remedialforems.com The EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com This video will show you how to get your NREMT certification back if it has lapsed. NREMT also calls this a re-entry pathway to certification meaning you had your NREMT in the past but now your NREMT has expired. The first step in gain...

Oct 23, 202411 min

The NREMT ALS Exam Have Changed Forever!

Pass School & NREMT Exams, Go Here: https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com All of the NREMT links mentioned in this video: https://nremt.org/Document/Get-Ready-For-The-New-Examinations#ImportantTimelinesAndInformation NREMT's New Podcast: https://nremt.org/Document/Registry-Insider Today is July 1st, 2024 and the new national registry (NREMT) written exam is now live for advanced emts and paramedic candidates. In this concise video, I summ...

Jul 01, 202413 min

Critical Care Doctor Shares His Best Tips For Resuscitation

Conference ResusX:ReVolved: https://www.resusx.com/paramedic-coach Haney Mallemat, MD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcarenow/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/criticalcarenow What a podcast! After watching a ton of Haney's instagram reels and seeing the high quality medical conversations he was having on his own page, I thought let's set up a podcast on The Paramedic Coach. Haney is extremely enthusiastic about resuscitation, and learning everyday about how we as the medical syst...

Apr 03, 202448 min

This Man Is Visiting Fire Stations Across The Nation

Heroes Next Door, (Michael Borrello) Email Mike here: watchheroesnextdoor@gmail.com HND YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeroesNextDoor HND Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchheroesnextdoor/ After 24 episodes of The Paramedic Coach podcast, it is time to bring on some guests! My first guest to The Paramedic Coach podcast is my good friend Michael Borrello. He is an experienced paramedic and firefighter who has worked in EMS for over twenty years in almost every role and capacity imagina...

Mar 25, 202431 min

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting in EMS

Learn More (Video Vault): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com I dive deep into the heart of what it truly means to begin a career in emergency medical services (EMS) sharing the lessons and reflections I've gathered from my journey as a paramedic and now The Paramedic Coach. From the decisions in the heat of the moment to the reflections after a day's work, I explore the changes I would implement if I had the chance to start my paramedic ca...

Mar 04, 20249 min

The NREMT ALS Psychomotor Exams Are Discontinued!

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com I had to report on yet another important EMS education update from NREMT. The NREMT psychomotor exams for ALS providers such as advanced EMT and Paramedic level exams are being discontinued starting July 1st, 2024. I believe this is a good step in the right direction for our profession as one of the biggest complaints of NREMT candidates would be an inconsistent testing ex...

Jan 30, 202414 min

NREMT Has Changed Their Scoring Reports Again!

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com The national registry of emergency medical technicians (NREMT) is the certification organization that allows all EMR, EMT, AEMT and Paramedics to become certified. Since NREMT has partnered up with the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA) they have making a ton of changes to update their exams. This is the 3rd update just in the last year from national registr...

Jan 17, 20247 min

The NREMT Exam IS NOT Tricking You

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com After working with tens of thousands students with the goal of passing the NREMT exam, there are usually four main mistakes the student is making preparing for their NREMT exam. And the strategies I talk about here apply to every EMS certification level; EMR, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic. The NREMT cognitive examination is broken up into five main categories: Airway, respiratio...

Nov 27, 20236 min

How To Avoid NEGATIVITY Working EMS

Learn More (Video Vault Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com EMS Educators, increase your student NREMT pass rates here: https://www.videosforems.com/schools EMS like a lot of fast paced professions that have a high degree of responsibility some people get burned out. And that can happen to anyone seeing some of the calls that we see. I know for me personally, if someone mentions, what's the craziest call you had? There's a handful ...

Nov 06, 20235 min

These Patients Will BURN You

Learn More (Video Vault Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com EMS Educators, increase your student NREMT pass rates here: https://www.videosforems.com/schools In EMS education, we always go over the emergent situations and scenarios to make sure we ready when that 911 call comes in. But few EMS educators talk about the how to protect both the patient and yourself on "everyday calls." In this video, I talk about patients who may be un...

Oct 23, 20236 min

Being a First Responder, Is It Worth it?

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools When figuring out what first responder career is right for you, many new students get stuck on whether to become a firefighter or a paramedic on the ambulance service. Some start their career by being on a volunteer fire department while others try to volunteer at th...

Oct 10, 20238 min

Listen to these 10 minutes to PASS Paramedic School

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools Paramedic school is commonly the second school that an EMS provider will attend. Most people will enter EMS as an EMT, start working or volunteering their time, then set their sights on Paramedic school. Becoming a paramedic can open the door to more job opportunitie...

Oct 02, 202310 min

GAME PLAN For Paramedic School

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools Going from EMT to Paramedic is the biggest career jump you will make in the EMS profession. EMT class is typically 12 weeks, while Paramedic college can be minimum 14-18 months, most are two years in program length. When working on the ambulance, I always enjoyed wor...

Sep 11, 20237 min

EVERYTHING To Know BEFORE NREMT

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools As The Paramedic Coach, the most common questions I get involve passing the NREMT exam. This includes every level of EMS certification, EMR, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic. EMS educators this is great video to share with students prior to the end of classes, so your student...

Aug 28, 20238 min

Are Paramedic Degrees WORTH IT?

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools As you enter Paramedic school you are faced with a decision. Do you pursue the certificate in paramedic studies or the associate degree in paramedic studies? I first share with you exactly what I did so you have some background information on why I did what I did in ...

Aug 21, 20236 min

NREMT Scoring System REVEALED

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools The national registry of emergency medical technicians (NREMT) is the body that certifies EMTs and Paramedics in the United States. I made a video in late May commenting on a recent article on the NREMT website. The NREMT in June was planning to unveil a new scoring ...

Aug 11, 20234 min

How to Become A Paramedic (United States)

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools I share with you the exact steps how to become a United States EMT or a United States Paramedic. I share with you my journey starting at 19 with no prior medical experience and how I became a licensed Paramedic at only 21 years old. The first step is to gain your EMT...

Jul 24, 202316 min

5 Tips For The NEW EMT (Avoid Mistakes)

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools These are 5 tips that I would give to a new EMT or a new EMT student. This EMT advice will help you excel as a new EMT working on the ambulance. These tips will improve your patient assessment skills, scene awareness and patient communication skills as an EMT. I look...

Jun 26, 202310 min

Job Opportunities As an EMT/Paramedic (you aren't aware of)

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools I wanted to create a video where I could highlight all the different types of jobs and positions EMTs and Paramedic work in. If you are gaining experience and eager about maximizing your certifications this video is for you. I cover the traditional roles of an EMT or...

Jun 05, 202318 min

NREMT Is Changing Their Scoring Reports!

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com/video Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com/masterclass Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools NREMT Article: https://www.nremt.org/News/National-Registry-Adopts-Scaled-Score-Reporting-fo The NREMT announced last month that they will be changing the way failed candidates receive feedback on their failed NREMT attempt. Traditionally if you fai...

May 30, 20236 min

How to Train New EMTs

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools When a new EMT or rookie EMT starts at an ambulance service for the first time, there is a TON of pressure on them to perform. As their should be EMS deals with people in their worst moments. With that being said, I had an exact training program, I would put all EMT ...

May 15, 202311 min

Should EMS Change?

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools These are the changes that I would make to EMS on the education and training side of EMS. I would love to hear from you in comments if you agree or disagree with my thoughts on changing EMS. Welcome to The Paramedic Coach Podcast, where I discuss everything EMS educa...

May 08, 202310 min

These Tips SAVED ME As a NEW Paramedic

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools These EMS mnemonics have shaped the way that I practiced and teach EMTs and Paramedics. When you are in EMT school, you will learn some basics mnemonics like: SAMPLE, OPQRST, and AEIOU TIPS. These mnemonics I cover in this video ensure that you are covering all your ...

Apr 24, 202314 min

NREMT Mistakes to AVOID

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools The NREMT exam is a cognitive exam that students must pass in order to gain national EMS certification. This NREMT certification allows the student to now apply to become licensed in their state. The NREMT exam is broken up into 5 main sections that you must study in...

Apr 10, 202314 min

My EMS Career Plan

Learn More (Video Study Course): https://www.prepareforems.com Get my EKG/12-Lead EKG Masterclass: https://www.ekgforems.com Educators: Increase student NREMT pass rates by using the Video Vault: https://www.videosforems.com/schools Welcome to The Paramedic Coach Podcast Episode 3! I have been wanting to make a podcast video like this for so long. I turned on the mic and the camera and have delivered to you my best EMS career tips. I share with you how I built my EMS career and how I started wit...

Mar 20, 202312 min
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