In order to become an EMT or a paramedic, there are four (4) major steps that you will need to complete, which may vary from state to state. In California you must: Meet the eligibility requirements and prerequisites for attending an EMT or paramedic course.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, prevention and preparedness activities in the United States with the goal of improving overall public health.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/. Internal Citation: (Center for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2014) Note: May use (CDC, 2014) after first citation is written out.