How Expired EMS Personnel Can Easily Reenter the System in North Carolina

Exciting changes have been implemented for EMS providers in North Carolina! Effective April 1, the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services (NCOEMS) has updated the EMS credential reentry requirements, making it easier for providers to reenter the system, regardless of how long their credentials have been expired. Here’s what you need to know about the new process and how 911 e-Learning Solutions can help you get recertified.

No More Time Limits for Reentry

Previously, EMS providers who let their credentials expire faced restrictions based on the number of years since expiration. These limitations often made it difficult for experienced professionals to return to the field. The good news is that NCOEMS has now removed these time restrictions. No matter how long it has been since your credentials expired, you can now follow a streamlined process to regain your certification at the level you previously held. However, to be eligible for this reentry process, you must have been in the credentialing database called Continuum at some point.

The Reentry Process

To reenter the EMS system, you must complete the following steps:

1. Take an NC Refresher Course: Enroll in a refresher course at your previous certification level. 911 e-Learning Solutions offers online, self-paced refresher courses that you can start anytime. This flexibility allows you to study at your own pace and fit the coursework into your schedule. You can find the appropriate course for your level here: 911 e-Learning Solutions NC Refresher Courses.
2. Complete a Proctored Final Exam: The Refresher Course will have a proctored final exam component. You must pass this proctored final exam to progress to the Skills and TSOP.
3. Complete Skills/TSOP Component: After finishing the online refresher course, you’ll need to complete the skills and TSOP (Technical Scope of Practice) component in person. 911 e-Learning Solutions can help coordinate this part of the process. We aim to make this step as convenient as possible for you.
4. Pass the State Exam: Once you’ve completed the refresher course, the proctored final exam, and the skills/TSOP component, you’ll be eligible to schedule and take the NCOEMS State exam. Passing the written state exam will result in your recertification.

Why Choose 911 e-Learning Solutions?

At 911 e-Learning Solutions, we understand the importance of flexibility and convenience in continuing education. Our online refresher courses are designed to fit into your busy lifestyle, and our team is dedicated to helping you successfully complete all necessary components for reentry. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way, from enrolling in the course to coordinating your in-person skills sessions.

Get Started Today

Don’t let expired credentials hold you back from your career in EMS. With the new NCOEMS guidelines, reentering the system has never been easier. Enroll in our online refresher course today and take the first step toward recertification. Visit 911 e-Learning Solutions to get started.

For more information or assistance, feel free to contact us. We look forward to helping you achieve your recertification goals and continue making a difference in emergency medical services.

To help you get started, here are our approved online NC EMS Refresher Courses: