Q. Can I become a certified and licensed EMT in Tennessee if I pass the EMT & Fire Training EMT B Course?
A. Yes. To apply for licensure through reciprocity with the state of Tennessee, personnel must hold a current National Registry Certification at the application level. EMS levels in the state of Tennessee are First Responder, EMT Basic/IV, EMT IV Upgrade, Paramedic, EMD, Paramedic-Critical Care.
http://health.state.tn.us/EMS/personnellicensure.htm
Q. Where is the state of Tennessee in the transition from the National Standard Curriculum to the new National EMS Education Standards?
A. The state of Tennessee has their own EMS Standards.
Q. Does Tennessee require any extra EMT training that EFT does not provide in its course?
A. Possibly IV training.
Q. How do I recertify for EMS in the State of Tennessee?
A. For the EMT Basic and EMT IV the completion of 20 CE hours or the successful completion of an EMS Board approved written exam is required for EMS license renewal.
Contact Information:
State of Tennessee Department of Health
Division of Emergency Medical Services
227 French Landing, Suite 303
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: (615) 741-2584
Toll Free: (800) 778-4505
Fax: (615) 741-4217
Email: health.ems@tn.gov
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Q. Does the state of Tennessee accept IFSAC Certification for reciprocity?
A. The state of Tennessee recognizes prospective personnel who have an IFSAC certification, and allows them to apply for licensure through the reciprocity application.
http://www.tennessee.gov/commerce/sfm/commFireFighting.shtml
Contact Information:
State of Tennesse
Department of Commerce and Insurance
Division of Fire Prevention – Commission on Fire Fighting
500 james Robetson parkway
Nashville, TN 37243-0579
Phone: (615) 741-6780
Fax: (615) 741-4207
Email: terry.woody@tn.gov
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