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Does a Connecticut EMS Provider need to maintain their NREMT certification?
Connecticut EMS providers at the EMR, EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic levels who received their initial certification after January 1, 2020 are required to maintain certification with the NREMT for their Connecticut certification to remain active. An OEMS memo on the transition from the original state renewal process to… Read More
Does the EMT tuition cover the state testing? Or do I pay separately for that?
An EMT or EMR course in Connecticut, requires you pass both the NREMT Cognitive (written) and the Psychomotor practical/hands-on). Based on the Educational Institution you select, you need to read what is included in your EMT course fee as not all courses are billed… Read More
EMS Certification Guide
Welcome to our EMS Certification Guide. Down below you’ll find links to our articles outlining the frequently asked questions we receive about EMS programs. What Is The EMS System? The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System is a network of highly skilled pre-hospital care providers. These providers deliver care,… Read More
What CPR Training Does a 911 Dispatcher Need?
When an emergency occurs, regardless of the nature, one of our first and most instinctive decisions is to pick up the phone and dial 911. Who are the professionals that answer the phone when we make that call and what are their qualifications? This article will provide insight into the… Read More
I let my EMT lapse, how can I renew it?
In order to renew your EMT certification, we need to determine a few things first. Are you renewing your NREMT or your state certification and how long ago did it expire? If you expired within the last 2 years: If your EMT certification expired with the NREMT and you still… Read More
Is CT an NREMT state? Can I take my CT license to another state? Vice Versa?
All new EMT’s and EMR’s in CT are required to take the NREMT examination which includes a psychomotor exam and a cognitive exam. When completed, this will give you both the NREMT certification as well as the State of Connecticut certification. If you continue to reside… Read More
In Connecticut, what do I need to become an EMR or EMT?
Connecticut follows the National Registration of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) program for both Emergency Medical Responders (EMR) and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). If you wish to apply for certification in another state, please review their guidelines and requirements noted with their Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS). Emergency Medical Responder… Read More
Why is my EMR or EMT paperwork taking so long to process? How long does it typically take?
If you have recently completed an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program first, CONGRATULATIONS. That is a huge accomplishment. What happens next, takes some time. In Connecticut, the state follows the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) guidelines and requires… Read More
What Is The EMS System?
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System is a network of highly skilled pre-hospital care providers. These providers deliver care, stabilization, and transportation to someone experiencing a Medical Emergency. EMS providers can be categorized into four separate certification levels: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Advanced-EMT (AEMT) Paramedic… Read More
Choosing the Right EMT Course Schedule For You
There are a variety of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) courses out there. All of them are based on the same curriculum and designed to prepare you to become an EMT. One of the major areas of difference between programs is the course schedule. It’s very important to consider the class… Read More