Frequently Asked Questions

NAEMT FAQs

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• How long has NAEMT been around?

  The first NAEMT board meeting took place on September 27, 1975, in Columbus, Ohio. Today, NAEMT is the nation’s largest and oldest organization solely representing the professional interests of all EMS practitioners, including Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians and Emergency Medical Responders.

• How do I join?

  Our online application process makes it easy to join. Click here to join now!

• How much does membership cost? What do I get?

  Individual membership dues are only $40 per year, and discounts are available for members of affiliated associations,  current instructors of NAEMT education courses, and members of the military E5 or below.  

  Associate member discounts are available for individuals living outside the U.S. who are not certified by NREMT, and for individuals retired from EMS, age 60+.  Students in an EMT program at any level may join for $25, good for one-year only.  Lifetime Membership is $600.  Click here for a listing of member benefits packages and dues.

  NAEMT members receive a wealth of benefits that far outweighs the low cost of membership.  Click here to view the many benefits offered.

• Can a group join NAEMT?

  Yes! NAEMT offers a Squad Membership program to EMS services that provides up to 10 individual memberships plus significant discounts on a range of EMS products that directly benefit the EMS service, including a membership to the North Central EMS Cooperative, discounts on emergency medical supplies, two-way radios and pagers, EMS software, billing services and EMS publications.  Squad membership is only $400, and additional members may be added for $35/member. Click here for more information or to download an application.

• Are special membership rates available for members of the military?

  Absolutely! Members of the military, E5 or below, receive a discounted rate of $25 on an individual membership, 

• Can EMT students get a discounted membership?

  Yes!  EMT students qualify for one-year Student membership for only $25 with proof of EMT student status. 

• I’m a volunteer. Isn’t NAEMT only for paid EMS workers?

  NAEMT represents all EMS practitioners, including Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicianc, Emergency Medical Responders, and other prehospital emergency medical professionals, whether they are paid or volunteer.

• Do NAEMT members receive discounts on EMS-related subscriptions or merchandise?

  Yes!  NAEMT members receive discounts on EMS-related publications and merchandise, as well as other products that you and your family can use.  Click here for a full listing of all our member benefits.

• What does NAEMT do?

  The mission of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians is to represent and serve EMS practitioners, including Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians and Emergency Medical Responders, through advocacy, educational programs and research.  

  NAEMT represents all EMS practitioners in promoting:

  • Greater understanding and appreciation by government agencies at the local, state and national levels of the role that EMS plays in our nation's health care, public safety, and disaster response systems.
  • Pay and benefits that reflects their professional training, responsibilities and dedication.
  • Leadership at the federal level that fosters and supports the delivery of quality EMS nationwide.
  • Adequate and sustainable funding for EMS in all locations.
  • Public policy that supports EMS practitioners and the patients they serve.

  Click here to learn more.

   

• Does NAEMT have a voice in Washington on national EMS issues?

  Through NAEMT's Advocacy program, we represent our members on the issues that impact the EMS work environment and the ability of EMS practitioners to effectively serve their patients. We advocate to advance the interests of our profession and our patients.

  Through advocacy, we help ensure that the EMS perspective is understood and incorporated into the policies, plans and programs of our government and other national institutions. We voice our concerns when actions are being considered that would have an adverse effect on our members and their patients. And, we promote EMS professionalism and our image within the EMS and medical communities.

  Click here for a full listing of our advocacy activities.

• What educational programs does NAEMT offer?

  NAEMT offers the highest quality continuing EMS education in the industry. Programs include Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC), EMS Safety, and Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC).

  The mission of NAEMT education is to improve patient care through high quality, cost effective, evidence-based education that strengthens and enhances the knowledge and skills of EMS practitioners.

  All NAEMT courses are accredited by the Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) and recognized by the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT). Student who take a NAEMT education course may receive a free on-year trial membership to NAEMT.

  Click the program name for more information on the particular program.  For more information on NAEMT's education programs, click here.

• How can I become an instructor for NAEMT educational programs?

  The Instructor Course is designed for qualified individuals who wish to teach one of NAEMT education programs.  Successful completion of the provider course is required to take a NAEMT Instructor course.  Once the Instructor Course has been successfully completed, instructor candidates will need to be monitored by an education program committee member, regional coordinator, state coordinator, or affiliate faculty within one year.

  For more informaiton, visit the Continuing Education section, choose the program you are interested in and click on Become an Instructor.

• How does NAEMT differ from NREMT?

  Although they have similar names, NAEMT and NREMT are very different organizations with different missions. NAEMT is the only national association serving and representing the professional interests of EMS practitioners, including Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians and Emergency Medical Responders. NREMT stands for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and is the national certifying body for EMTs and paramedics. For more information about NREMT, click here.

• Does NAEMT host conferences through the year?

  Each year, NAEMT hosts its Annual Meeting, which is co-located with EMS World Expo. The Annual Meeting provides an opportunity for NAEMT members to come together to participate in the association’s business meetings, attend the NAEMT General Membership Meeting to hear from the President on the state of the association, and network with fellow members and EMS leaders from across the country at the NAEMT Member Reception. For more information on the NAEMT Annual Meeting, click here.

• Does NAEMT present awards to its members?

  Awards are an important part of the NAEMT General Membership Meeting. Awards are presented for EMT of the Year, Paramedic of the Year, Paid Service of the Year, and Volunteer Service of the Year. In addition, the Rocco V. Morando Lifetime Achievement Award, NAEMT’s most prestigious award, is presented. For more information on awards, click here.

• How do I nominate someone for an NAEMT award?

  Our online nomination process makes it simple and quick to submit your award nomination. Click here to visit our National Awards page and access online nomination applications.