u/Suspicious_Wear6540

Hey everyone,

I’m a high school student (turning 16 this November) and I’m trying to get started in healthcare early. I’m deciding between becoming a CNA or starting EMT training first.

My main goals are:
strong clinical/healthcare experience for college applications
figuring out if I want to go into medicine (possibly pre-med/PA/ER-type field)
getting real patient experience, not just something basic for a resume

From what I’ve researched:
CNA seems easier to get into and more hospital-based (nursing homes, patient care)
EMT seems more intense, emergency-focused, and hands-on with real decision-making
I’m trying to figure out which one gives better experience long-term and looks stronger for applications, especially if I want to go into medicine later.

For context, I’m open to challenge and don’t mind training/effort, I just want the path that’s most worth it long-term.
So my questions are:
If you started over, would you choose EMT or CNA first?
Which gave you better experience for healthcare careers?
Any regrets either way?
Is EMT worth it early on at 16?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Hi all,

With AP exams in session for high school students, I am asking the community for advice/navigation on whether I am fit to self study AP Physics 1. At the end, this is a personal choice but I am being careful and utilizing my time and capabilities with the advice of the group. Some background:
Rising sophomore
Course Advancing Geometry over summer
Three APS Sophomore year (unrelated)
Ambitious and fast learner
Algebra 2 H sophomore year

Math comes easy to me, I am sitting comfortably at a A final grade for Algebra 1 freshman year. Both my math teacher and my counselor are confident in my skills in mathematics. Currently I am previewing some physics topics as it has been a goal for me for a while. Lastly, I’d like to add the possibility of getting a tutor for extra support. Thank you all for your time.

Hi all,

With AP exams in session for high school students, I am asking the community for advice/navigation on whether I am fit to self study AP Physics 1. At the end, this is a personal choice but I am being careful and utilizing my time and capabilities with the advice of the group. Some background:
Rising sophomore
Course Advancing Geometry over summer
Three APS Sophomore year (unrelated)
Ambitious and fast learner
Algebra 2 H sophomore year

Math comes easy to me, I am sitting comfortably at a A final grade for Algebra 1 freshman year. Both my math teacher and my counselor are confident in my skills in mathematics. Currently I am previewing some physics topics as it has been a goal for me for a while. Lastly, I’d like to add the possibility of getting a tutor for extra support. Thank you all for your time.

Hi all,

With AP exams in session for high school students, I am asking the community for advice/navigation on whether I am fit to self study AP Physics 1. At the end, this is a personal choice but I am being careful and utilizing my time and capabilities with the advice of the group. Some background:
Rising sophomore
Course Advancing Geometry over summer
Three APS Sophomore year (unrelated)
Ambitious and fast learner
Algebra 2 H sophomore year

Math comes easy to me, I am sitting comfortably at a A final grade for Algebra 1 freshman year. Both my math teacher and my counselor are confident in my skills in mathematics. Currently I am previewing some physics topics as it has been a goal for me for a while. Lastly, I’d like to add the possibility of getting a tutor for extra support. Thank you all for your time.