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How to Become a Female EMT / Paramedic in Colorado

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Colorado EMT / Paramedic requirements

The core documents and certifications most Colorado 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:

EventMinimumTarget
Push-Ups20 reps35 reps
Sit-Ups (1 min)20 reps35 reps
1.5-Mile Run16:3014:00
Functional Lift (Patient Weight)125 lbs165 lbs

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The Colorado hiring process

Insight from tracked Colorado departments like Denver Health Paramedics.

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Where Colorado candidates fall short

4 common failure points and 4 insider tips for Colorado departments are inside the app. Unlock the full hiring intel →

Open emt / paramedic jobs in Colorado

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