How do I get work in emergency services?

The qualifications for emergency services jobs vary depending on the exact position you choose. You can get into a police academy or firefighter training program with just a high school diploma, although many candidates complete an EMT training program first to be more competitive. To work as an emergency room doctor, you must complete a bachelor’s degree followed by medical school and board certification. As a dispatcher, you receive on-the-job training on how to handle various situations when people call while in distress. You need at least a bachelor’s degree to work in emergency management and disaster relief.