What's the difference between Paramedic vs EMT?

In this video, Brainscape’s Learning Coach and Lead Writer, Thea Beckman, interviews Flight Paramedic Jesse Owens, about the difference between Paramedic vs EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)?, addressing the following questions:

0:00​ - Intro
1:12 - What’s the difference between an EMT and a paramedic?
1:35 - What additional education and experience does an EMT need in order to become a paramedic?
2:00 - What are some of the medical procedures a paramedic can perform that an EMT cannot?
2:57 - Where do paramedics work versus EMTs?
4:20 - What are some of the hallmark character traits of a paramedic that may possibly set them apart from an EMT?
5:25 - How much more do paramedics earn than EMTs?
6:03 - What are some of the best-paid EMT and paramedic jobs or states in the US?
7:08 - What are Jesse’s best study tips for fast, efficient learning during training?
7:55 - What role have flashcards played in helping Jesse, a Flight Paramedic, in his career?

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