Common Question – Are DistanceCME Courses CAPCE-Accredited?

If you’re an EMS professional searching for continuing education options, one question that comes up often is: Are DistanceCME Courses CAPCE-accredited? It’s a smart question and a critical one, especially if you’re relying on these courses to fulfill your state or National Registry recertification requirements.

Let’s clear up the confusion.

Yes, the courses offered through DistanceCME are CAPCE-accredited, and every instructor who teaches our live sessions is qualified to deliver accredited, high-quality EMS continuing education.

DistanceCME is proud to offer CAPCE-accredited, 100% online EMS continuing education that meets national standards and offers the convenience that today’s EMS professionals need. Our courses are delivered in both F5 (VILT – Virtual Instructor-Led Training) and F3 (Distributive Education) formats, allowing students to choose how and when they want to learn. Whether you prefer live, real-time engagement or a self-paced option you can complete on your own time, we have the flexibility and structure to support your learning style.

What Does CAPCE Accreditation Mean?

CAPCE, or the Commission on Accreditation for Pre-Hospital Continuing Education, is the national accrediting body that ensures EMS education providers meet rigorous standards in curriculum, delivery, instructor qualifications, and overall program integrity.

When a course is CAPCE-accredited, it means it’s been thoroughly vetted for accuracy, educational quality, relevance to current EMS practices, and instructor competence. It’s also a signal to regulatory agencies, employers, and the National Registry of EMTs that your continuing education hours are legitimate and count toward recertification.

DistanceCME has been CAPCE-accredited since its inception, and we maintain that accreditation through ongoing quality reviews, curriculum updates, and instructor training.

Who Are Our Instructors?

At DistanceCME, we go above and beyond the minimum requirements. Not only are our instructors authorized to teach CAPCE-accredited material, but they also bring 100’s of years of real, hands-on field experience into the virtual classroom.

Most of our educators are current or former paramedics, flight medics, or EMS officers. They’ve worked the streets, managed trauma scenes, stabilized critical care patients, and responded to every kind of emergency imaginable. This experience matters because it means they’re not just reading from a script. They’re teaching from knowledge they’ve lived through and earned.

Because our F5 courses are live and instructor-led, you’re not left passively watching a video. You can ask questions in real-time, interact with the instructor and other students, and engage in scenario-based discussions that enhance retention. This active learning model not only makes the experience more engaging, but it also better prepares you for real-world calls.

Why Instructor Quality Matters

Let’s be honest, there are a lot of CE programs out there. Some offer nothing more than glorified PDFs or outdated slide decks. The difference with DistanceCME is that we understand how critical high-quality instruction is for EMS professionals.

We’re not just trying to help you check a box. We’re here to help you become better at what you do because your work affects lives.

That’s why every instructor we bring on board is vetted for clinical experience, teaching ability, and a commitment to excellence. We believe in creating a learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered.

Flexible Scheduling, Without Compromising Quality

We also know that EMS schedules are anything but predictable. That’s why we’ve built what we believe is the most robust online EMS CE schedule in the industry. We offer more live courses than any other provider, daytime, nighttime, weekends, and even holidays so you never have to rearrange your life to earn your hours.

Prefer to go at your own pace? Our F3 courses are always available, allowing you to complete your hours 24/7 from anywhere with internet access.

Whichever format you choose, you’re still learning from top-tier instructors who meet CAPCE standards and bring real-world value to every lesson.

The Bottom Line

So, to answer the question once and for all: Yes, DistanceCME instructors are qualified to teach CAPCE-accredited EMS continuing education. We meet or exceed all national standards, and we combine that with the flexibility, professionalism, and real-world expertise that working EMTs and paramedics deserve.

If you’re ready for a better learning experience—one that’s both convenient and credible—DistanceCME is your go-to solution for EMS recertification and continuing education.

Enroll today and see what sets our instructors and courses apart from the rest.