In November 2006, the NREMT Board of Directors approved the option to validate continued cognitive competency by passing the newly introduced computer based test established by the NREMT.  Nationally Registered EMTs (Basic, Intermediate and Paramedic) can take the NREMT Computer Based Test (CBT) in lieu of completing a refresher and the additional continuing education hours prescribed in the NREMT re-certification requirements.

For an NREMT due to re-register on March 31, 2007, if he/she chooses to use passing the test to demonstrate competency, he/she must:

• Establish an NREMT account on the NREMT website

• Complete a re-registration examination application, (after validating eligibility with your NREMT number) and pay the fee on the website

• Receive an Authorization to Test (ATT) Letter from the NREMT

• Follow the directions contained in the ATT Letter to schedule an exam

• Take the examination between 1/2/07 and 3/31/07 (one attempt only)

• Pass the examination

• Receive and abbreviated re-registration form from the NREMT

• Return the form by March 31, 2007
  

Only one attempt of the examination is permissible.  If a person fails the examination he/she will be required by the NREMT to complete all refresher and continuing education requirements by March 31 in order to be eligible to re-certify.  Taking the examination is an option and not a requirement at this time.

NREMTs who expire in 2008 may challenge the examination (in lieu of completing a refresher and additional continuing education) beginning October 1, 2007.

If the employer or state requires an NREMT to possess their National Registry card before March 31, he/she will need to successfully complete the exam process by February 15 of the expiring year.

Please keep informed about this process by checking our website.

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