How to Build an NREMT Study Plan That Actually Works
Studying for the NREMT has a reputation. Stressful. Overwhelming. Slightly unhinged energy right before test day.The problem usually isn’t motivation. It’s the lack of a real plan. A good NREMT study plan doesn’t require studying all day or memorizing every line of your textbook. It requires structure, consistency, and tools that actually match how the […]
NREMT Recertification Explained: What EMRs, EMTs, AEMTs & Paramedics Need to Know in 2026
Here’s the truth: recertification is more than a checkbox on the way to your next shift. It’s how you prove you still know your stuff and keep your national credential in good standing. The National Registry requires EMS professionals to stay current not just to keep a piece of plastic, but to ensure safe patient […]
10 Signs You’d Excel in EMS
Is EMS the Right Career for You? Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is one of the most dynamic, impactful, and community-centered professions in healthcare. It attracts individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and driven by purpose. However, EMS isn’t a perfect fit for everyone, and that’s a good thing. The profession thrives because the people who choose […]
How to Become an EMT in 2026
If you’ve ever thought “I want to help people, but not behind a desk,” becoming an EMT might already be on your radar. In 2026, EMS continues to be one of the most accessible and impactful entry points into healthcare and public safety. This guide walks you through exactly how to become an EMT, step […]
Common EMT Student Mistakes
If EMT school feels overwhelming, here’s some good news. You’re not bad at this. You’re just new. Every EMT student makes mistakes. Some are small. Some feel massive. Most are part of the learning process, even if they don’t feel that way in the moment. The goal is not perfection. The goal is progress. Let’s […]
10 Skills Every EMT Needs (Beyond Medical Knowledge)
Every EMT remembers learning a million things in school and immediately forgetting half of them once the pager went off. That is normal. What separates solid EMTs from overwhelmed ones is not memorization. It is skill mastery. These are the essential EMT skills that show up again and again on real calls. Not the obscure […]
Staff Highlight: Adam Knight
There are EMS instructors… and then there’s Adam. If you’ve ever met him, sat in one of his courses, or even just spotted his name stamped on the pages of national fire and EMS study resources, you already know he’s not just teaching new providers. He’s shaping them. And honestly, he can’t help it. Education […]
What Does an EMT Do?
A Real World Look at the Most Underrated Job in Healthcare Ask ten people what an EMT does and you will probably hear something like “they drive the ambulance” or “they show up after the firefighters.” If you are an EMT reading this, take a deep breath, don’t blame the messenger. I’ve been there and […]
Trauma Triage and Tagging for EMS
Mass casualty incidents do not care how prepared you feel. One moment you are running a routine call and the next you are surrounded by more patients than resources. This is where trauma triage and tagging becomes one of the most important skills in EMS. Triage is not about being perfect. It is about doing […]
Which EMT Course Format is Best?
Choosing your EMT course format is one of the first big decisions you make when entering emergency medical services. It shapes how you learn, how you practice your skills, how quickly you finish training, and frankly how confident you feel when you step into the field for the first time. Every format can get you […]