EMTs also play a major role in emergency response. When becoming an EMT taking classes in biology, chemistry, anatomy, first aid, CPR while in high school will help a future career in this line of work. In Buncombe County EMTs are required to take classes on EMS training, trauma, pediatrics, electiver. EMTs are qualified to give CPR, control bleeding, administer oxygen, deliver babies, treat allergic reactions, subdue violent behavior, apply splints, treat wounds, and clam victims and relatives or bystanders (“Levels of EMT”). EMTs work in teams of two. One drives the ambulance and other takes care of the patient. Additionally, it's important to work as a team with police, firefighters, and security personnel, and the ER staff by alerting them
