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South Carolina EMS Refresher
FOAMfrat Studio offers CAPCE-accredited continuing education courses accepted by the NREMT for South Carolina EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics—meeting both national and state-specific requirements
South Carolina follows NREMT requirements for EMS recertification. All certifications are renewed every two years and follow the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) model with three components: national, local/state, and individual education components.
EMT Refresher
40 hours total continuing education required
National: 20 Hours
Local/State: 10 Hours
Individual: 10 Hours
AEMT Refresher
50 hours total continuing education required
National: 25 Hours
Local/State: 12.5 Hours
Individual: 12.5 Hours
Paramedic Refresher
60 hours total continuing education required
National: 30 Hours
Local/State: 15 Hours
Individual: 15 Hours
Additional Information:
EMTs, AEMTs, and paramedics in South Carolina must recertify every four years from the date of issuance and maintain a current NREMT certification.
Our CAPCE-Accredited courses are automatically imported to your NREMT Transcript using the 'Import CAPCE Courses' on your NREMT Transcript page.
Although we strive to keep everything updated, please check with your State EMS Office for the most current re-certification information.
South Carolina Dept of Publiuc Health
South Carolina EMS Continuing Education Requirements
Or select a different state to view approved continuing education courses and requirements
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