Virginia EMT, AEMT & Paramedic Certification Renewal Requirements
Virginia EMS certifications are regulated by the Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS), under the Virginia Department of Health. Virginia adopted a customized version of the 2025 NCCP model effective October 1, 2023, with specific content distributions and approved vendor requirements.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Body | Virginia Department of Health, Office of EMS |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years |
| NCCP Model | Virginia-customized 2025 NCCP (since Oct 1, 2023) |
| Unique Levels | Virginia Intermediate (between AEMT and Paramedic) |
| Online CE | Only through OEMS-approved third-party vendors |
Continuing Education Requirements (2025 Virginia NCCP)
| Level | Total CE Hours | National (50%) | State/Local (25%) | Individual (25%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMR | 16 hours | 8 hrs | 4 hrs | 4 hrs |
| EMT | 40 hours | 20 hrs | 10 hrs | 10 hrs |
| AEMT | 50 hours | 25 hrs | 12.5 hrs | 12.5 hrs |
| Intermediate | 55 hours | 28 hrs | 13.5 hrs | 13.5 hrs |
| Paramedic | 60 hours | 30 hrs | 15 hrs | 15 hrs |
National Component Categories
Airway, Cardiovascular, Trauma, Medical (includes neurology, stroke, geriatrics, disaster management), and OB.
Pediatric Content
10% of the National Component must be pediatric content (for those maintaining NREMT). Pediatric CE topics are prefixed with "PED" in the Virginia CE reporting system.
Virginia-Specific Notes
- Virginia-customized NCCP. While following the NCCP framework, Virginia has its own standardized course equivalencies, credit allocations, and maximum hours per course offering.
- Virginia Intermediate level is a unique level between AEMT and Paramedic not found in most states (55 total hours).
- Only OEMS-approved online vendors accepted. CE completed through non-approved websites will NOT count toward Virginia recertification. A specific list of approved vendors is maintained on the OEMS website.
- CE cannot be self-reported. Approved vendors report directly to OEMS electronically. Education Coordinators do not upload vendor-reported CE.
- Automatic recertification. If all required hours are complete in all categories by your expiration date, OEMS will automatically recertify you and mail a new card.
- Allow 48-72 hours for CE from approved vendors to appear on your OEMS CE Report.
- Course completion certificates are for personal records only — do not submit to OEMS unless requested.
- Complete CE at least 30 days before expiration to allow processing time.
- Duplicate courses within the same cycle are not awarded credit more than once.
- Auxiliary course breakdown outlines which courses qualify for credit in each domain with maximum caps.
How to Renew
- Complete all required CE hours across National, State/Local, and Individual components
- Ensure CE is from OEMS-approved vendors and appears on your CE Report
- Verify your CE Report shows all categories satisfied
- OEMS will automatically recertify if all requirements are met by expiration
Contact Information
Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services
- Website: vdh.virginia.gov/emergency-medical-services
- CE Guidance: vdh.virginia.gov — CE Program Guidance
- Approved CE Vendors: vdh.virginia.gov — Online CE
This page is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify current requirements with Virginia OEMS before renewing. Last reviewed March 2026.
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