The NREMT program is all inclusive and will give you all the courses required by the NREMT as a refresher or remedial course. Our self-paced programs only include on-demand content and are not suitable as a NREMT refresher or remedial course.
NREMT certification gives you recognized credibility across the nation, and demonstrates your desire to serve the public with the highest of standards. Your certification will continue to serve you well during the course of your EMS career.
Required Hours for NREMT EMT using the NCCP Model National Component: 20 Hours (7 hours of distributive education allowed) Local or State Component: 10 Hours (7 hours of distributive education allowed) Individual Component: 10 Hours (10 hours of distributive education allowed)
A remedial course is required if you fail your initial NREMT cognitive examination three times. After three attempts, candidates must submit official documentation verifying completion of remedial training. Required Hours for NREMT EMT using the NCCP Model National Component: 20 Hours (7 hours of distributive education allowed)
30 HoursNational Component: 30 Hours The National Component requires Paramedics to complete 30 hours of approved continuing education. A maximum of 10 hours of distributive education may be used to meet the 30 hour requirement.
National Component: 20 Hours.
After three unsuccessful examination attempts, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic candidates must submit official documentation verifying the completion of a remedial training program.
The Individual Component represents 25% of the required continuing education. To satisfy these requirements, an individual may select any State EMS Office recognized or CAPCE accredited EMS- related education.
Namely: ACLS certification course is approved for 8 CEU/CME contact hours; ACLS recertification course is approved for 4 CEU/CME contact hours.
Keep all recertification supporting documentation for at least three years. The National Registry is required to conduct random audits of applications. You must submit your application no later than midnight, Eastern Standard Time, on the day your certification expires.
Lack of knowledge results from a poor class or lack of effort. Ask yourself these questions: Did I pay attention in class and study? If you didn't put the work into the class, you will likely fail the NREMT—even if you did OK in class.
The NREMT exam is designed to feel hard. That's because it's adaptive, meaning that if you answer one question correctly, the computer will give you another question in the same content area that is harder. If you get that one right, you'll receive another question that's even more challenging.
The NREMT allows three attempts to pass your exam before you have to take a refresher course. After an unsuccessful attempt, you will receive an email containing feedback on your failing score. This will show what areas were above passing, near passing, and below passing.
What to do leading up to the NREMT Exam.Use Test Simulation Software! Photo By: UBC Learning Commons. ... Listen to music. ... Do not cram. ... Take a practice test once a day. ... Practice your skill sheets. ... Practice med math (if paramedic) ... Learn the Power of Chunking. ... Know your anatomy.More items...•
2. Local or state component. This component gives each state the opportunity to outline 25% of your EMS continuing education requirements. Several states have embraced this and have required at least a few courses specific to the needs assessed.
Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing EducationCommission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) State.