Career guide · Alabama
How to Become a Female EMT / Paramedic in Alabama
6 active openings· pay $50k–$103k/yr
New to this path? Start with the emt / paramedic career guide →
Know your readiness score — free
See exactly where you stand against EMS Physical Readiness Assessment standards before you apply. Built for women, scored against real numbers.
Get your free EMT / Paramedic readiness assessmentAlabama EMT / Paramedic requirements
The core documents and certifications most Alabama departments expect from emt / paramedic candidates:
- ✓Valid driver's license
- ✓Birth certificate or passport
- ✓High school diploma / GED
- ✓EMT-Basic certification
- ✓AEMT or Paramedic cert (if req.)
- ✓CPR / BLS certification
- ✓NREMT card / State EMS license
- ✓Physical exam clearance letter
- ✓Background check authorization
EMS Physical Readiness Assessment fitness standards
EMS Physical Readiness Assessment benchmarks. Women pass these at high rates when they train to them specifically — here are the minimum and target numbers:
| Event | Minimum | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Push-Ups | 20 reps | 35 reps |
| Sit-Ups (1 min) | 20 reps | 35 reps |
| 1.5-Mile Run | 16:30 | 14:00 |
| Functional Lift (Patient Weight) | 125 lbs | 165 lbs |
Take the free assessment → to see your gap on each event.
Open emt / paramedic jobs in Alabama
6 live openings, updated weekly from agency boards and job aggregators.
EMT/First Responder - On-Site Safety Pro (PRN)
Cape Fox Corporation · Tuscaloosa, AL
On-Site EMT & First Responder (PRN) - Fitness Exams
Cape Fox Corporation · Huntsville, AL
Emergency Medical Technician EMT
Greene County EMS · Eutaw, AL
Health Technician (Paramedic)
Department of Justice · Aliceville, Alabama, AL
Emergency Medical Technician (Motor Vehicle Operator)
Department of the Army · Fort Rucker, Alabama, AL
Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic/Motor Vehicle Operator)
Department of the Army · Fort Rucker, Alabama, AL
Keep exploring