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Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics

Learn about certification for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Personnel.

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics are a vital part of the health care system. The Department of Public Health certifies EMS personnel at all levels who work for licensed ambulance services.

First time? Start here.

Guide:
Apply for an Initial EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic Certification

What would you like to do?

Top tasks

Renew your EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic certification  Apply for an Initial EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic Certification 

All other tasks

Access eLicensing to submit initial and recertification applications  Check an EMT certification  Change information on your EMS certification card or request a duplicate card  Request to drop down an EMT certification level  Apply to become an EMS Instructor/Coordinator  How to renew the Instructor/Coordinator (I/C) and/or Examiner/Chief Examiner approval  Reporting Obligations of EMS Personnel 

All other tasks

Access eLicensing to submit initial and recertification applications  Check an EMT certification  Change information on your EMS certification card or request a duplicate card  Request to drop down an EMT certification level  Apply to become an EMS Instructor/Coordinator  How to renew the Instructor/Coordinator (I/C) and/or Examiner/Chief Examiner approval  Reporting Obligations of EMS Personnel 

What you need to know

National Registry of EMTs (NREMT)  Learn about initial training requirements for EMS Personnel  Find an accredited EMT training institution  EMS continuing education  Reinstate your expired EMT certification  Verify psychomotor skills for NREMT certification  Laws and regulations 

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