How do you renew an EMS certification in Tennessee?
Tennessee sets its own requirements, lower than NCCP: EMR 10 hours, EMT 20, AEMT 25, paramedic 32 and critical-care paramedic 42 every two years. At least half must be classroom (category F5), and the NREMT assessment exam is accepted in lieu of hours.
NREMTState CE pathway; NREMT not required
Cycle2 years
Open the official Tennessee renewal page
What each level needs
| Level | Requirement |
|---|---|
| EMR | 10 hours |
| EMT | 20 hours |
| AEMT | 25 hours |
| Paramedic | 32 hours |
| Critical Care Paramedic | 42 hours |
What else Tennessee requires
- At least 50% classroom / F5.
- NREMT assessment exam accepted in lieu.
- Governed by EMS Rules 1200-12-1.
How this relates to NREMT
Tennessee runs its own pathway. National Registry certification is not required to renew, though many providers keep it for portability. See the NREMT requirements by level. Logging one CE certificate against both is what the CE tracker is for.
Sources
- Tennessee official renewal page: Tennessee Department of Health Emergency Medical Services Board
- Tennessee EMS Rules 1200-12-1
Compiled from these sources, retrieved September 2026. Renewal rules change; confirm with the issuing agency before you rely on any figure here.