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There are no set entry requirements to become an emergency call handler or medical dispatcher, but employers expect good standards of literacy, numeracy and IT skills. Some may ask for qualifications such as GCSEs, NVQs or equivalent. Employers often ask for relevant work experience.

ECAs are trained with emergency driving skills. They may carry out basic diagnostic procedures under the direct supervision of a paramedic. The College of Paramedics does not expect ECAs to be required to make complex clinical decisions.

Becoming a paramedic is the highest level of prehospital care and requires much more advanced training than becoming an EMT. Paramedic training is quite rigorous and takes one to two years to complete, depending on state requirements and if you are pursuing a technical certificate or an associates degree.

In other states there are additional levels for EMTs including basic, intermediate, and advanced. In most states, paramedic is the highest level, although some states include an advanced paramedic certification as well as paramedic certification for nurses or physician assistants.

There are no set entry requirements to become an ECA. Most employers expect good standards of literacy and numeracy. Some may ask for qualifications such as GCSEs, NVQs or equivalent. Employers may ask for relevant work experience.

After your training period, you will receive a salary of £24,938 per annum (including Inner London High Cost Area Supplement). After one year, you will progress to the Emergency Call Coordinator level, where you will receive a salary of £27,157 (including Inner London High Cost Area Supplement).

An emergency care assistant responds to emergency calls alongside a paramedic, helping them to provide patients with potentially life-saving care and, where needed, getting patients to hospital.

ECA stands for emergency care assistant, EMT stands for emergency medical technician and a Paramedic is a protected term for a registered health care professional.