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So I bought this crash course book and it helped way more that the textbook my class used. I also recommend this app that has 1500 practice questions with detailed explanations.

I posted this just below, but I'll just share it here as well. I'm in the Toronto hall and the book is EXACTLY what the test will be, just with different numbers etc. I expect yours will be similar.

Here's the post: Mine was very similar to this. There's study guides out there to help, but it's all about speed.

https://www.amazon.ca/Barrons-Mechanical-Aptitude-Spatial-Relations/dp/1438005709/ref=asc_df_1438005709/?tag=googlemobshop-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312930128529&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1918160067436976143&hvpone=&hvptwo=&a...

This book has a ton of practice that will be similar to the test if you're looking for something. I haven't seen this exact book, but I've seen other barron's guides that would be handy. Take the practice tests and time yourself.

Practice, practice, and then practice some more. Get some first grade writing paper to practice on or a learning to write workbook. I found these two on Amazon actually for adults. One is cursive the other is print.

Cursive handwriting workbook for Adults: Learn to write in Cursive, Improve your writing skills & practice penmanship for adults https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089CZYTFV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ESfQFb9X0RXQK

Print Handwriting Workbook for Adults: Improve your printing handwriting & practice print penmanship workbook for adults https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BFRDFS9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_cTfQFb7085AZK

Focus on the skills sheets! For the NREMT I highly recommend reading/studying the EMT crash course book https://www.amazon.com/Crash-Course-Online-Practice-Preparation/dp/0738612359, it’s only 12$ and it totally saved me. As well as listening to emt podcasts. Good luck!

Just look for "ASVAB prep" or "ASVAB study guide" on amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/ASVAB-Premier-2017-2018-Practice-Tests/dp/1506203159/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1473292361&sr=8-1&keywords=asvab+study+guide

I purchased this

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1438005709/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 off amazon.

Seems very helpful. came recommended from others who have taken/passed the test.

I highly recommend this book

This is a great, cheap option that was amazing when I was studying for the NREMT. It takes all of the content areas of the NREMT and condenses it down into +/- 300 pages. Great for reviewing without spending what some of the other studying apps can cost.

Emt B prep, and get on Amazon and buy this: EMT crash course

https://www.amazon.com/Crash-Course-Online-Practice-Preparation/dp/0738612359/ref=sr\_1\_3?crid=TQTLMLXNMF5F&keywords=emt+crash+course&qid=1658278747&sprefix=emt+crash+%2Caps%2C902&sr=8-3

It was an online practice test that came with a crash course book I purchased. https://www.amazon.com/Crash-Course-Online-Practice-Preparation/dp/0738612359/ref=sr\_1\_1?crid=1UE0WENM2FCW1&keywords=emt+crash+course&qid=1657840053&sprefix=emt+crash+%2Caps%2C710&sr=8-1

I just passed my NREMT last Thursday, what really helped me know what I needed to study was this book:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0738612359/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_i_8K5GA6N7ZXRVE3QSH9H8

Specifically the practice test that comes with it. I would recommend (if you get that book) to take the practice test and see what areas you need help in and read the chapters you need help in.

It’s hard. Study. I’ll link you to the book I studied. https://www.amazon.com/Barrons-Mechanical-Aptitude-Spatial-Relations/dp/1438005709/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=3K8M6CUW90MPL&keywords=955+maintenance+book&qid=1649233629&sprefix=955+m%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-5

Good luck.

You can buy a study guide with practice tests.

Amazon is your friend.

Got one for my son and he pounded it for a couple of days. Needed to brush up on his algebra skills mainly.

Scored 97, 95, 95, 94. Smart kid.

ASVAB Prep Plus 2020-2021: 6 Practice Tests + Proven Strategies + Online + Video (Kaplan Test Prep) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1506250653/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_tki6hlbyKCf1U

Have you tried the app called pocket prep? NREMT savior I used this app and studied my ass with it as well as this book NREMT Holy Ghost

https://www.amazon.com/Smoke-your-Firefighter-Interview-Lepore/dp/0972993452/ref=nodl_

This book is worth it’s weight in gold. He goes through commonly asked questions and explains how he would answer them, and then explains the reasoning behind the question and why he answered it the way he did. I was asked a few questions that were almost verbatim from that book. Even if you don’t, it’ll get your mind thinking the way it needs to be for this kind of interview.

Also, if you know people in the department reach out to them and ask to set up a mock interview or two before your actual one. Good luck!

EMT Crash Course Book has been great so far. I wish I had bought this earlier in my program. It's just the essentials and not a lot of filler text so it's quick and easy to read. Definitely check it out.

I recently bought the "EMT Crash Course" book on amazon and have thoroughly enjoyed it. $16 bucks and comes with some practice tests. Its very meat/potatoes type info, no bulky text to read through, just essential info so its very easy to read and absorb some useful info. It's not 100% all encompassing however and may lack some details you might be lacking.

It's very simplified and some goes into AEMT stuff, but still not detailed. Everything is a "pearl." It can help, especially listening to his videos while driving (not the Youtube vids but the ones if you pay for his program). One big issue I had was that a lot of what you need to know, like the obstretrics or gynecology are only in the extra paid tier. There are two sections on it in the regular paid access area. It's another $14 per month for the VIP section.

Public Safety Guru also makes some good podcasts that can help understand some things. He makes some audio lectures and reviews.

I was listening to both of those anytime I was driving.

The Crash Course is a good book and is only like $15 from Amazon, https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0738612359?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

It's more concise than a text and less detailed, but goes over most of what you'll need. There is access to their practice tests as well.

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Speaking of practice tests, I'm sure you've noticed that the practice tests aren't quite what is on the NREMT exam. They can help you if you look up the answers you miss, and don't stick to the easy practice exams.

EMS Pocket Prep: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ems-pocket-prep-emt-paramedic/id1503584128

And the EMT crash course book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0738612359/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_BZ9PEMMDBPCN6095QS6Z

(Source: I just passed my NREMT on the 19th just using these two things to study. Got 82% correct out of 600 questions on pocket prep. Also reviewed most but not all chapters in the crash course book. Do around 200 questions on the app and study your the areas you did the worst in in the crash course book, the app will tell you which areas you need work. Don’t do missed question quizzes on the app until around 2 weeks before your test then just do missed questions until your test date and I’m sure you’ll pass)

Good luck :)

Like this one? https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.amazon.com/Crash-Course-Book-Online-Preparation/dp/0738610062&ved=2ahUKEwjm_uDSv6DyAhWMKs0KHYxtDyAQFnoECCYQAg&usg=AOvVaw2lr_t5glPkHoKz8jU1DUA9

Ohhhh that’s not the same book I used. We used the infamous “orange book”. However, I do recommend getting a copy of EMT Crash Course.. It’s everything you need to know to pass the national registry test in short sentences. It helped pass my NREMT and will definitely help you pre-study for your course.

Mine was very similar to this. There's study guides out there to help, but it's all about speed.

https://www.amazon.ca/Barrons-Mechanical-Aptitude-Spatial-Relations/dp/1438005709/ref=asc_df_1438005709/?tag=googlemobshop-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312930128529&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1918160067436976143&hvpone=&hvptwo=&a...

This book has a ton of practice that will be similar to the test if you're looking for something. I haven't seen this exact book, but I've seen other barron's guides that would be handy. Take the practice tests and time yourself.

Well there are two types of ASVAB tests at MEPS (where you go for medical evaluation and to test before you choose your AFSC). They are both timed, obviously, but there are a few major differences.

There is the CAT ASVAB, (the one I took) that you take on the computer. You have fewer questions, more time for each question, AND the more questions you get right the questions become more difficult. Then the difficulty is set after you answered a few questions. Answering harder questions correctly increases your score so dont play dumb and get a bunch wrong to have easier questions. Your score will drop. Also you cannot go back to answer unanswered questions you may have skipped.

The paper and pencil ASVAB has more questions with less time to answer each question, and since they are on paper the difficulty dosn't fluctuate. Unlike the CAT, with the paper and pencil ASVAB you can go back to answer questions you skipped or may have gotten wrong.

I hope this helped and please respond if it did.

Here is the book I bought to study for the ASVAB. I wanted a highly coveted job so I made sure my score was good (93). Hope this helps!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1506250653/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_on7TgrMboOysQ

Or a book like this. I bought it for my 7 year old son and he learned cursive in about ten sessions (which took him several months because his motivation was off and on, and I wasn’t inclined to push it.) I think you could be up and running in a week, honestly. You have the basics down. Just need to retrain your habits and consistency.

https://www.amazon.com/Cursive-handwriting-workbook-Adults-penmanship/dp/B089CZYTFV/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=cursive+workbook+for+adults&qid=1607191485&sprefix=cursive+wo&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXV...

This asvab test prep book was very helpful for me! It comes with a crap ton of perforated flash cards to break off and a few comprehensive practice tests. It teaches the material in a very straightforward way. Notably, on the math sections the questions were a bit difficult but being able to look at the explanations in the back for all the ones missed was extremely helpful and made the ones on the actual test seem easy by comparison. It wasn't my only source of studying, but it was for sure my main one and helped me get a great score when I took the asvab this past summer!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1506250653?ref=pd_basp_dp_primary

It's a good resource!

I recommend Kaplans Test Prep! $20 on Amazon and it comes with a ton of content like flash cards, multiple practice tests, etc.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1506250653/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.2dMFbWGTYKFG

I am in maintenance, and many of the people i work with use this book to study. It can be purchased on amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Barrons-Mechanical-Aptitude-Spatial-Relations/dp/1438005709/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=barrons+spatial&qid=1585505264&sr=8-1

I don’t know if you have to get this from amazon but this book along with the practice test was really helpful to me.

EMT Crash Course with Online... https://www.amazon.com/dp/0738612359?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I bought a SIFT study guide off Amazon when I was looking at flight school. I switched career paths but couldnt return it on Amazon because I took too long. PM me your info and I can save you like $30. I think it has practice tests if you want.

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it was this book:

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