Oregon EMS providers have two paths to renew their state license: maintain National Registry (NREMT) certification, or follow Oregon state CE requirements. Oregon has its own state-specific hour totals that differ from NREMT, plus a mandatory Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training requirement at every recertification cycle.
Oregon EMS Hour Requirements by Certification Level
Mandatory Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity Training
Oregon EMS personnel are required to complete a Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training each recertification cycle. This is a mandatory requirement for Oregon EMS providers at every certification level.
CE Solutions includes the Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training as part of our Oregon state EMS recertification packages. Purchase one package and the mandatory Oregon requirement is automatically satisfied.
The Simplest Way to Recertify in Oregon
For most Oregon EMS providers, the simplest path is purchasing a state EMS recertification package from CE Solutions. The package bundles your required CE hours plus the mandatory Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training in one purchase, removing the guesswork of piecing together individual courses to meet Oregon’s specific requirements.
It is also worth knowing: it is almost always easier to keep your NREMT current than to regain an expired NREMT. Whether you choose the NREMT path or the Oregon state path, completing your recertification on time saves you significant hassle compared to letting your certification lapse.
NREMT and Oregon Recertification
Oregon does not require NREMT certification for state license renewal. You can recertify in Oregon using state CE requirements alone.
If you choose to maintain NREMT certification, you will follow the NREMT recertification requirements separately. NREMT operates on its own cycle and uses the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) structure. For complete details on NREMT recertification by level, visit the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians website.
Maintaining NREMT alongside your Oregon cert offers portability if you ever work in another state. Many Oregon EMS providers keep NREMT for this reason.
Oregon EMS Continuing Education Through CE Solutions
CE Solutions is a CAPCE-accredited EMS continuing education provider serving Oregon EMRs, EMTs, AEMT/EMT-Intermediates, and Paramedics since 1997. Make sure your CE is from a CAPCE-accredited provider. CE Solutions is CAPCE-accredited, and our courses are accepted for Oregon EMS recertification.
- Oregon state EMS recertification packages including the mandatory Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training
- NREMT recertification packages for providers maintaining National Registry
- CAPCE-accredited courses accepted by the Oregon Health Authority
- Full EMS continuing education library to support either path
- 100% online delivery, accessible from anywhere
- Direct email support with responses within 24 hours
- Automatic CE certificate generation accepted for Oregon EMS renewal
View Oregon EMS recertification packages to satisfy your hour requirements and the Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training in one purchase.
Oregon EMS Recertification FAQs
What EMS continuing education does Oregon accept?
Oregon accepts CAPCE-accredited EMS continuing education from approved providers. Make sure your CE is from a CAPCE-accredited provider. CE Solutions is CAPCE-accredited, and our courses are accepted by the Oregon Health Authority for both the NREMT path and the Oregon state path.
Does Oregon require NREMT certification?
No. Oregon offers both an NREMT path and a state-only recertification path. Many Oregon EMS providers maintain NREMT for portability across state lines, but it’s not required.
How many CE hours do I need for Oregon recertification?
Oregon requires 12 hours for EMR, 24 hours for EMT, 36 hours for AEMT/EMT-Intermediate, and 48 hours for Paramedic. The mandatory Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training counts toward these totals.
What is the Oregon Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training requirement?
Oregon requires every EMS provider to complete a 2-hour Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training every recertification cycle. This applies to all Oregon EMS providers at every certification level. CE Solutions includes this training as part of our Oregon state EMS recertification packages.
Is the Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity course included in your Oregon package?
Yes. CE Solutions bundles the Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training into our Oregon state EMS recertification packages. One purchase satisfies your hour requirements and the mandatory state-specific training in a single package. If you’re going the NREMT path instead, you’ll need to complete the CRGE training separately to meet Oregon’s state requirement.
Can I complete all my Oregon CE hours online?
Yes. CE Solutions delivers all courses online, accessible from anywhere with an internet connection. You can complete your full Oregon recertification, including the Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training, online through our packages.
Where do I submit my Oregon EMS renewal?
Oregon EMS renewals are processed through the Oregon Health Authority EMS and Trauma Systems Program. Contact them directly for application instructions, status questions, or licensure inquiries.
