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Minnesota EMS Refresher

FOAMfrat Studio offers CAPCE-accredited continuing education courses accepted by the NREMT for Minnesota EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics—meeting both national and state-specific requirements. 

Minnesota follows NREMT requirements for EMS recertification. All certifications are renewed every two years and follow the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) model, which consists of three components: national, local/state, and individual education components.

OR Providers may complete 48 hours of continuing education.

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: 

Our CAPCE-Accredited courses are automatically imported to your NREMT Transcript using the 'Import CAPCE Courses' on your NREMT Transcript page. 

Minnesota EMS certifications must be renewed biennially, prior to March 31 of the expiration date. 

Although we strive to keep everything updated, please check with your State EMS Office for the most current re-certification information.

Minnesota Office of EMS

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