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is it possible to make the army a permeant job instead of something ill do for like 20 years i dont really fit well in civilian life so i want to know if i can make the millitary a career instead of just another job ill do in my life?
i dont really like working as a civilian it was boring n mind numbing slow for me n the pay was garbage n i was always treated like the outcast cuz i was the "new guy"
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I am wanting to become an EMT
Hello, I am finally starting to become serious about wanting to start my career and I am just wanting/needing help on where to start and how to go about it. I've been looking into schools, but I also want to go to my local fire station to talk to someone there, and to also put a face to a name....
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how am I able to start my path in firefighting/emt?
I am a uprising 11th grader in NYC. Just wondering how I may take a step into this field...
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How am I supposed to juggle a part time job, college and hobbies without burning out?
I've wanted to be an EMT since 2019. However, when I researched more about it I found out that even before the pandemic, most EMS providers experienced burnout, depression, PTSD, and suicidal tendencies. Then, I began to wonder If I would still be able to enjoy the hobbies I enjoy like painting...
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What is the best route to become a firefighter?
What are the requirements when becoming a firefighter?
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How do i get a full ride to college from the military?
and how much money will it take to get a full ride
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Do you need specific degrees to be in the military if so what are they?
I want to be in the military and I want to know how
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How can I become a Fire Crew Supervisor by 35?
My goals in life are to be a Frontline Fire Fighter, then continue to Fire Crew Supervisor, and after if I still have time get my Doctorate in Forestry Preservation and teach as a professor.
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How do I peruse my dream of becoming a commercial pilot ?
I am a senior and I have decent grades and I love sports and commercial pilots.
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I am interested in becoming a firefighter, is that something I would need to go to college for? If so, what classes should I take in college and what school in MN should I attend?
I have applied to community college to major in fire science, is that a good choice I made?
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What are some helpful high school courses to take if I want to become a firefighter?
Also, if I want to go to college to become a firefighter, what classes should I take or what should I major in?
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What are the most challenging aspects of being a firefighter?
I know if I were to become a firefighter, I would be faced with many challenges. Specifically at emergencies, do you ever leave the scene with trauma or bad memories?