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Although we strive to keep everything updated, please check with your state EMS Representative for the most current re-certification information.

Wisconsin Department of Health Services Requirements

All Wisconsin EMT licenses expire on June 30 of every even-numbered year. Wis. Amdin Code ch. DHS110.07. For recertification, an application shall submit one of the following:

-Certificate of course completion of an applicable refresher course or refresher challenge examination OR
-Completion of NCCP refresher OR
-Documentation of current registration in a national certification organization OR
-Completion of eh NREMT assessment exam for licensees level OR
-Completion of alternative flexible refresher training hours as listed below. Wis. Amdin Code ch. DHS110.07.

Covid – 19 Updates

In this unprecedented time, states and the NREMT are trying to update policies to keep us safe while retaining the levels of education and certification. Please check with your state to ensure you have the most up-to-date requirements.



Requirements for Paramedics:

48 hours of continuing education. DHS 110.07(1)(c)5. Distance CME recommends this program Refresher

Requirements for Critical Care Paramedic:

72 hours of continuing education. DHS 110.07(1)(c)6. Distance CME recommends this program Refresher

Requirements for Intermediate Technician/AEMT:

42 Hours of continuing education. DHS 110.07(1)(C)3. Distance CME recommends this program Refresher

Requirements for Intermediate EMTs:

48 hours of continuing education. DHS 110.07(1)(c)4. Distance CME recommends this program Refresher

Requirements for EMTs:

30 hours of continuing education. DHS 110.07(1)(C)2. Distance CME recommends this program Refresher

Requirements for EMRs:

18 hours of continuing education. DHS 110.07(1)(c)1. Distance CME recommends this program Refresher

For more information visit: The Department of Health Services

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