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.
The CDC also includes national research centers: the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control; the National Center for Environmental Health; the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities; the National Centers for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion; the Office of Genomics and Disease Prevention;