Minnesota EMS providers have two pathways to renew their state license: maintain National Registry (NREMT) certification, or follow Minnesota state CE requirements. Minnesota is unusual in that the state CE option does not have specific course requirements, and EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics all complete the same 48-hour total regardless of certification level.
Compare Both Paths
Both Minnesota EMS continuing education paths are shown below side-by-side so you can compare hours at your certification level.
Find Your Minnesota EMS Hours at a Glance
Use the table below to quickly see how many CE hours you need based on your certification level and chosen path.
Which Minnesota Recertification Path Should You Choose?
Minnesota’s path comparison is unique. The state path requires the same 48 hours regardless of whether you’re an EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic. This means EMTs do MORE hours on the state path, while Paramedics do FAR fewer hours on the state path.
Choose the NREMT path if: You’re an EMT or want NREMT portability across state lines. NREMT also offers the simplest renewal process with clear NCCP topic structure.
Choose the Minnesota state path if: You’re an AEMT or Paramedic and don’t need NREMT portability. The state path saves Paramedics 12 hours per cycle and gives complete flexibility on what CE topics you complete.
About the Minnesota State Path
Minnesota’s state CE option is unusual: there is no specific course requirement, no category distribution, and no mandatory topic list. You just need to complete the required 48 hours of CE in any combination that meets your professional development needs. This gives Minnesota EMS providers significant flexibility in how they structure their continuing education.
This flexibility is a real advantage. Unlike states with strict topic distribution (like Georgia or Illinois), Minnesota lets you focus on the topics most relevant to your practice setting.
Minnesota EMS Continuing Education Through CE Solutions
CE Solutions is a CAPCE-accredited EMS continuing education provider serving Minnesota EMRs, EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics since 1997. Make sure your CE is from a CAPCE-accredited provider. CE Solutions is CAPCE-accredited, and our courses are accepted by the Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board for both the NREMT path and the Minnesota state path.
- NREMT recertification packages structured for each provider level
- Full EMS continuing education library to support the flexible Minnesota state path
- CAPCE-accredited courses accepted for both NREMT and Minnesota state recertification
- 100% online delivery, accessible from anywhere
- Direct email support with responses within 24 hours
- Automatic CE certificate generation accepted for Minnesota EMS renewal
Browse our Minnesota EMS continuing education courses or view NREMT recertification packages to get started.
Minnesota EMS Recertification FAQs
What EMS continuing education does Minnesota accept?
Minnesota 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 Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board for both the NREMT path and the Minnesota state path.
Does Minnesota require NREMT certification?
No. Minnesota offers both an NREMT path and a state-only recertification path. Many Minnesota EMS providers maintain NREMT for portability across state lines, but it’s not required.
How many CE hours do I need for Minnesota recertification?
NREMT path: 16 hours for EMR, 40 for EMT, 50 for AEMT, 60 for Paramedic. Minnesota state path: 48 hours for EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic (same total at all three levels). For EMR state path requirements, contact the Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board directly.
Why is Minnesota’s state path 48 hours for everyone?
Minnesota structures its state CE option as a flat 48-hour requirement across EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic levels, rather than scaling hours by certification level. This gives Paramedics a significantly lower hour total than NREMT (48 vs 60), while EMTs complete more hours on the state path than NREMT (48 vs 40).
Are there required topics on the Minnesota state path?
No. Minnesota’s state CE option does not have specific course requirements, category distribution, or mandatory topic lists. You can complete your 48 hours in any combination of CAPCE-accredited topics that meets your professional development needs.
What’s the simplest way to recertify in Minnesota?
For EMTs, NREMT path requires fewer hours (40 vs 48) and gives you portability. For AEMTs and Paramedics, the Minnesota state path requires fewer hours. Choose based on whether you need NREMT portability and which hour total works better for you.
Where do I submit my Minnesota EMS renewal?
Minnesota EMS renewals are processed through the Minnesota EMS Regulatory Board (EMSRB). Contact them directly for application instructions, status questions, or licensure inquiries.
