Q: How do I get trained as a paramedic in Delaware?
The educational program for paramedics in Delaware is through the Delaware Technical and Community College Paramedic Technology Degree program. The program takes a minimum of two years to complete and the student completes the course with an Associates degree and is fully qualified for licensure as a paramedic in Delaware upon employment by a Delaware advanced life support agency.
How do I get certified as a paramedic in Delaware?
Certification as a paramedic in Delaware is contingent upon the following:
- Certification of competency by agency medical director.
- Successful completion of a paramedic education program compliant with the Department of Transportation EMT-Paramedic National Standard Curriculum.
- Complete an application for paramedic certification.
- Current National Registry of EMT’s Paramedic registration current course completion cards in basic cardiac life support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Prehospital Trauma Life Support or Basic Trauma Life Support-Advanced.
- Valid employment by a Delaware advanced life support agency.
- Successful completion of evaluation of minimal skill competency and state protocol examination.
How do I get reciprocity if I am a Paramedic from another state?
Same process as above.
How do I get trained as an EMT in Delaware?
EMT-Basic training in Delaware is offered by several hospitals in the state. All programs meet state-approved guidelines for eligibility for National Registry testing. Current EMT’s can also have the refresher courses from the Delaware State Fire School.
How do I get certified as an EMT in Delaware?
All basic life support providers are certified through the Delaware Fire Prevention Commission. To be an EMT in Delaware, you must first successfully complete the Department of Transportation, EMT-Basic National Standard Curriculum and obtain EMT-Basic registration through the National Registry of EMTs. Delaware does not require that you maintain National Registry once initial certification if obtained.
How do I get reciprocity if I am an EMT from another state?
If not Nationally Registered, you must first obtain National Registration as an EMT-Basic. You must present proof of affiliation with a Delaware fire/rescue/EMS agency or commercial ambulance service. You must successfully complete a four-station practical offered through the Delaware State Fire School.
How do I get credit for continuing education in Delaware?
All agencies offering continuing education programs for emergency medical service providers, that want the program approved for National Registry credit, must have the program approved through the Delaware Office of EMS. Approved programs will receive a program approval number from the OEMS.
For more information, please contact the program office.
