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Certification for Flight Paramedics
Certification, in general, is a mechanism in which the
public and employers are able to identify practitioners who
have met certain standards in their particular specialty.
The FP-C certification is the certification specific to
critical care paramedic transport and measures the
attainment of a defined body of knowledge pertinent to that
particular specialty. A role delineation study is conducted
approximately every five years to assure the examination
reflects current flight paramedic practice.
Although there are FP-C's throughout the world, the FP-C
exam is based on critical care paramedic transport practice
in the United States.
The Value of Certification
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Personal satisfaction through increased confidence and
personal growth
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Validation of flight paramedic expertise
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Career advancement opportunities
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Monetary differentials
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Job opportunities - Many flight
programs now require FP-C certification
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Assures the general public that the paramedic is
competent and current.
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Can be used as a marketing tool, i.e., Our flight
program is staffed by certified flight paramedics.
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Can result in employing paramedics that are high
achievers, have a high patient satisfaction rating,
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In a recent survey, specific healthcare providers who
were certified were found to be generally high
achievers, had a higher self-esteem, and sought
opportunities for professional growth. These are
providers that want to know the latest information in
health care and take pride in the care they deliver.
This is a valuable asset for the institution in which
they are employed.
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Certification has assisted paramedics when pursuing
career advancement opportunities. Employers know that
most certified paramedics have some personal
characteristics that are positive attributes to
institutions, i.e., a high achiever.
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Employment - Every flight program would like to hire a
knowledgeable paramedic to fill a position. With the
FP-C credential, the interviewing institution knows this
and gives more consideration to the candidate.
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Financial rewards - One indication that certification is
recognized by various institutions across the United
States is through financial incentives. Several Air
medical programs now pay additional hourly or receive a
yearly bonus for their FP-C certification.
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