Alaska EMT, AEMT & Paramedic Certification Renewal Requirements

Alaska EMS certifications are managed by the Alaska Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services. Alaska uses a unique tiered system (EMT-1, EMT-2, EMT-3, AEMT) alongside national NREMT levels, and follows the NREMT NCCP model for recertification.

At a Glance

Detail	Information
Regulatory Body	Alaska Department of Health, Office of EMS
Renewal Cycle	Every 2 years
NREMT Required	Required for initial certification; NCCP model used for recertification
Paramedic Licensing	Licensed through the State Medical Board (MICP — Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic)
Online Renewal	Yes — Online EMS Certification Management System
Pediatric Requirement	2 hours at all levels (Alaska-specific)

Alaska's Unique EMS Levels

Alaska recognizes several EMS levels not found in other states:

• EMT-1: Equivalent to national EMT. Reciprocity available with NREMT EMT certification.
• EMT-2: IV access and fluid administration. Not recognized outside Alaska.
• EMT-3: Limited advanced cardiac life support and additional medications. Not recognized outside Alaska.
• AEMT (Advanced EMT): Added to Alaska's recognized levels in 2018. Aligned with the national AEMT level.
• MICP (Paramedic): Licensed through the State Medical Board. Must operate under a physician medical director sponsor.

Continuing Education Requirements by Level

EMT (EMT-1)

• Total CE Hours: 40 hours per 2-year cycle (aligned with NREMT EMT NCCP)
• National Component: 20 hours of prescribed topics
• State/Local Component: 10 hours — flexible, EMS patient care related
• Individual Component: 10 hours — flexible, EMS patient care related
• Pediatric Requirement: 2 hours (Alaska-specific requirement, built into training plans)

EMT-2 / EMT-3 / AEMT

• Total CE Hours: 50 hours per 2-year cycle (aligned with NREMT AEMT NCCP)
• National Component: 25 hours of prescribed topics
• State/Local Component: 12.5 hours
• Individual Component: 12.5 hours
• Pediatric Requirement: 2 hours (Alaska-specific)

Paramedic (MICP)

• Total CE Hours: 60 hours per 2-year cycle (NREMT Paramedic NCCP)
• National Component: 30 hours of prescribed topics
• State/Local Component: 15 hours
• Individual Component: 15 hours
• Pediatric Requirement: 2 hours (Alaska-specific)
• Additional: Must maintain physician medical director sponsorship

Alaska-Specific Notes

• NREMT alignment option: For Paramedics and AEMTs, you may choose to align your state EMS expiration date with your NREMT expiration.
• If you renew your NREMT, you satisfy Alaska requirements at the corresponding level.
• Paramedics without a medical director sponsor may not exceed the scope of practice of EMT-1.
• CE does not require pre-approval but must meet Alaska's CE guidelines. CAPCE-accredited courses are accepted.
• Medical director sponsorship form is required for EMT-2, EMT-3, AEMT, and Paramedic levels.

How to Renew

1. Complete all required CE hours for your level
2. Obtain medical director sponsorship verification (EMT-2 and above)
3. Apply online through the Alaska Online EMS Certification Management System
4. Submit recertification skills verification form (if applicable)

Contact Information

Alaska Department of Health — Office of EMS

• Website: health.alaska.gov/en/services/ems-certification
• Email: EMSInfo@Alaska.gov
• Phone: (907) 465-3027

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This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with the Alaska Office of EMS before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.

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