HomeMy WebLinkAboutIdaho Course Initial Licensure Steps1.Create an Account
Go to IGEMS - https://www.idahoemslicense.net/lms/public/.
Select "Create an Account" and complete the registration process.
2.Complete and Submit the Application
Navigate to the "Applications" section.
Select the appropriate license type:
"Provider BLS License – Initial" for EMR or EMT.
"Provider ALS License – Initial" for Advanced EMT or Paramedic.
Submit a copy of one of the following photo IDs:
US State issued valid driver’s license.
US State issued valid identification card.
Military identification card.
3. License Verification (For Out of State Applicants)
If you do not have an out of state EMS license, go to number 4.
Complete the License Verification Request Form if licensed in another state.
Send the form to each state where you were licensed or applied for a license.
Ensure that the licensing state sends the completed form back to the Idaho Bureau
of EMS via mail or email.
4.NREMT Exam
If you have completed the exam within the timeframe, go to number 5.
If you haven’t completed the NREMT computer-based exam, sign up at
https://www.nremt.org.
Follow instructions emailed to you via IGEMS for the exam application process.
Take the NREMT exam if previous exam is outside the following time frames:
EMR – within 36 months.
EMT – within 36 months.
AEMT – within 24 months.
Paramedic – within 24 months.
5.Secure Affiliation
Secure affiliation with a licensed Idaho EMS agency.
If unable to secure affiliation, apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
6.Licensure Fee (For AEMT & Paramedic Applicants)
EMR or EMT with No Fee.
Pay the $35 licensure fee if you are an Advanced EMT or Paramedic.
7.Confirmation Email
After submitting your application, check your email for confirmation of receipt.
Initial License or Reciprocity
Checklist
Idaho Bureau of EMS | 4732 S. Ingalls St, Bldg 668 Boise, ID 83705-5004 | 208.334.4000
Before beginning the checklist, you must complete a background check with the
Background Check Unit (BCU) of Health and Welfare (Use Pay Code: JFPUZW).