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As a volunteer organization, The Bogota First
Aid depends on our community members to continue our
operations. The Squad provides all training and equipment necessary to become an
EMT. All you need is an interest in serving your community and a few hours a
week. If you are not medically inclined, the Squad also needs Associate members
to assist with our administration, fund raising, capital campaign, and community
relations. If you have any interest in becoming a member of BFAS, please
contact us to find out more!
SQUAD MEMBERSHIP
The Bogota First Aid Squad is always
looking for new members. If you are interested in becoming a member, please read
the information below to get an idea of the training and requirements, and feel
free to contact us regarding any additional information and to request an
application.
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Membership Types |
| Regular
Membership |
Regular members comprise the
majority of the Squad. They are trained as Emergency Medical Technicians
and operate as part of a crew to respond to emergency calls in Bogota.
Training and uniforms are provided at no cost to the member.
Still unsure if EMS is for you? Contact
us about our Ride Along program. You'll be able to see first hand what we
do. |
| Associate
Membership |
Associate members contribute
to the squad in a non-riding capacity. Examples of available associate
positions include: fund raising, capital campaign, recruitment and
publicity. Anyone with an interest in these (or other) activities should
contact the Squad.
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Additional Membership
Information |
| What's
Required? |
| Regular Members
are required to possess current CPR and EMT certifications |
| CPR for the
Professional Rescuer |
Many EMT classes
require CPR training prior to enrollment. The Squad highly recommends
obtaining your CPR certification as soon as possible to avoid being
excluded from an EMT class. Information on CPR classes can be found at
www.njredcross.org
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| Emergency
Medical Technician (EMT) |
| The EMT Course is
typically offered as a semester long program meeting two nights a week
(with an occasional weekend day) from January - May or September -
December. These courses fill up very quickly, and the Squad recommends
early application. Alternatively, course sites for the
entire state are listed on the Department of Health website. It lists the
Training Site, startup date and contact information for the Course
Coordinator.
NOTE:
Information on courses may be announced prior to posting on the web, and
some courses are not announced over the internet. If you are looking for
an EMT class, it is best to let the Squad know so that we can update you
on course information. |
| Contact Us |
| For more
information on the above information, please contact us at or (201)
487-2400. |
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