Prepping for the NREMT exam

So I am amazed at the cost of being an EMT, especially considering starting wages aren't much above minimum wage.  Sigh.  Besides the class, the books, the uniform, and the time and energy of accomplishing completing the class, there are then some more hoops to jump through.  Thankfully I'm eager to jump through some hoops, although I do wish these hoops were just a little cheaper.  Sigh.

Here are some totals:

Class and all class materials (including books and uniform): about $550.00
Physical exam from my doctor for DMV ambulance driver test:  $185.00 (with 10% cash discount)
Ambulance driver handbook:  $5.00
Ambulance driver test: $25.00
NREMT national exam:  $70.00
LiveScan fingerprints for DMV test: $20.00
State certification fee:  $75.00
County certification fee:  $50.00
Accomplishment and Chance to be a Working EMT:  Priceless!!

I've got my NREMT exam scheduled for this coming Saturday, August 10th, at 4pm.  I'm doing some major studying this week while I also start my research on the project I was supposed to be done researching by the end of July.  Good thing my teacher understands so I can work on it these next two weeks.  :)

If all goes well, I hope to take the DMV ambulance driver's test by the following Friday, pay my state and county fees on Monday or Tuesday after that, and then start sending out my resumes.  Hoping to start work before the Fall semester starts, so I can kinda get used to the job a little...

I'm also throwing in a few pictures from my EMT class.  That's me in the collar sitting down.  Fun times!!