Certification
Access our directory of articles on Certification in EMS, designed to guide professionals through the various certification processes, renewal requirements, and continuing education opportunities. This collection covers essential certifications like EMT, paramedic, and specialized courses that enhance your skills and career prospects. Understanding the certification pathways is crucial for staying compliant and advancing in your EMS career. For additional resources, explore our section on Continuing Education. Stay informed and ensure your credentials remain current with our comprehensive certification content.
The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians is America’s EMS certification organization – here’s how it works
Dan Limmer, educator and self-proclaimed “exam nerd,” shares strategies for successfully completing the NREMT certification test
FEMA, wildfire response and a fire chief running calls on expired licensure: Chris and Kelly break down the biggest news from around the country
The critical care medics bill is seen as a way to deal with a nursing shortage
Records show the chief performed intubation and administered IVs, while unlicensed, while his son conducted CPR and ventilation without a valid EMT license
More than 23,000 EMS providers have completed Refresh 2021, a free offering of CAPCE-approved lectures and NCCP curriculum hours
The Rye Fire Protection District chief is accused of responding to over 200 calls with expired paramedic certification
The Adams County EMT had admitted to a substance abuse problem during an investigation into an altercation during a possible overdose call
The CAPCE Import Tool will save time when submitting continuing education courses
Significant updates to the process, open until March 31, 2025, will benefit clinicians and approvers
With over 6,200 Nationally Registered EMS clinicians in New York, this decision is expected to boost those numbers as more pursue certification through the National Registry
Bloomington Deputy Chief Carl Reeb said requiring applicants to have the state-issued paramedic license was one of the biggest recruitment barriers
Wallingford fire officers said former Fire Chief Joseph Czentnar ordered a firefighter to attend two EMS training events under his name
Nine new EMTs completed a 12-week paid training program launched earlier this year
The Waterford EMS director had been accused of using duct tape to subdue a misbehaving child during a family trip
You can never be too prepared for the NREMT
“Allowing trained EMTs and paramedics to continue doing their jobs as they proceed through the licensing process is a common-sense policy change that will have a major impact”
Officials stated Headwaters Emergency Medical Services has met the goal of having at least one ALS rig in service 24/7
Eagle Point Fire and EMS Chief Rocky Berg was terminated over several leadership issues
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center is one of only two Level III trauma centers in the state
Comprehensive program covers fees and prepares students for National Registry and Minnesota certification exams
The program covers tuition, books and fees in exchange for two years of service
Duette Fire Chief Rocky Parker wants Manatee County officials to allow volunteer paramedics to provide ALS service
This symbol shows that we belong to something important and we are part of the power, strength and knowledge of every EMT
Wethersfield officials, EMS association are at odds over the proposed replacement of Aetna Ambulance
The web portal was launched to guide candidates through the new AEMT and paramedic certification examinations set to begin on July 1, 2024
The Massena Fire Department’s program offers hands-on training, including CPR, basic trauma care, patient assessment and emergency medical procedures
Los Alamitos High School will use the simulator in its training to prepare students for EMT certification
Tampa Firefighter Andrew Dixon was at the center of allegations of racism in the department last year
