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EMS

Recertification Guide
2025

Our Purpose

As the EMS certification organization, we ensure that all EMS clinicians have the knowledge and skills required for competent practice.

Our Vision

A safer and healthier world where all patients receive care from certified EMS clinicians.

Our Mission

To support the EMS profession through partnerships, research, and lifelong assessment of clinical competence.

Part 1: Introduction

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VERSION 2024.01

  1. Part 1
    Introduction
  2. Part 2
    Recertification By Continuing Education
  3. Part 3
    Recertification By Examination (RBE)
  4. Part 4
    Important Dates & Time Periods
  5. Part 5
    Completing Recertification
  6. Part 6
    Other Important Information
  7. Part 7
    Resources for Success
  8. Part 8
    Policies & Procedures
  9. Part 9
    EMS System