Poll Call: How do you earn continuing education?

For EMS providers CE is an ongoing requirement of certification that can also present significant challenges in quality and availability

March 16, 2015 01:48 PM •

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EMT and paramedic certifications, depending on the state, are valid for two or more years. All state certifications or licenses, as well as the National Registry, require continuing education. EMS providers regularly report that they can’t find the right category of courses, can’t find courses near to them, or can’t find CE that is appropriate to their skill and knowledge.

Take a few moments to answer these questions about your successes and challenges earning continuing education.

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