One of the most common questions for those interested in becoming a paramedic is “how long will paramedic training actually take?” And the honest answer is that it varies, as each program has a different set of hours devoted to didactic instruction, clinical experience and field internships. If you’re simply interested in becoming a paramedic…
There can be some confusion as to the differences between paramedic certification and paramedic licensure. So let’s first address a couple of things for the sake of clarity. The first is that, typically, certification is recognized nationally, while licensure is granted on a state-by-state basis. State licensure acknowledges your education and training, and grants you…
To become a paramedic, you must first meet the requirements set by both the state and the school of your choice. You will then need to graduate a paramedic program, upon which you will take the NREMT-P exams and/or a state licensing exam. Once you officially receive credentials from an EMS agency in your state,…