Oregon EMS Recertification Requirements
CE hours, renewal deadlines, and mandatory training for Oregon EMRs, EMTs, AEMTs, EMT-Intermediates, and Paramedics
Quick answer: Oregon EMS recertification requires 12 CE hours for EMRs, 24 for EMTs, 36 for AEMTs and EMT-Intermediates, and 48 for Paramedics each two-year cycle, or, except for EMT-Intermediates, completion of National Registry (NREMT) recertification. EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, and Paramedic licenses expire June 30 of odd-numbered years, so the next deadline is June 30, 2027.
Oregon EMS providers have two paths to renew their state license: complete Oregon's state CE hours, or complete NREMT recertification. Oregon's state hour totals differ from NREMT's, and the state path includes a Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training requirement.
Oregon EMS CE Hour Requirements by Certification Level
These totals come from OAR 333-265-0110. Every level except EMT-Intermediate can instead renew by completing National Registry recertification. Providers affiliated with an EMS agency must also complete the Clinical Skills Competencies in Section 2 of Appendix 1, which cannot be completed through online coursework.
Oregon EMS License Renewal Deadlines
Oregon EMS licenses run on a two-year cycle. According to the Oregon Health Authority EMS Program:
- EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, and Paramedic: licenses expire June 30 of odd-numbered years. The next deadline is June 30, 2027.
- EMR: licenses expire June 30 of even-numbered years. The next deadline is June 30, 2028.
CE must be completed between your last successful renewal and your current renewal application.
CEU Packages for Oregon EMS Providers
24 CAPCE-accredited EMS CEUs, matching the full 24-hour Oregon EMT requirement and covering the 12 hours Oregon EMRs need.
48 CAPCE-accredited EMS CEUs, matching the full 48-hour Oregon Paramedic requirement and covering the 36 hours Oregon AEMTs need.
Oregon Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity Training
Oregon EMS personnel renewing through the state CE path complete a Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training each recertification cycle. The requirement traces back to Oregon House Bill 2011 (2019), which directed health professional regulatory boards to include cultural competence in continuing education.
CE Solutions is developing a standalone Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity course for Oregon EMS providers for $25. Buy it on its own, or pair it with a State EMS Recertification package, an NREMT recertification package, or the 24 or 48 CEU package.
View Oregon PackagesThe Simplest Way to Recertify in Oregon
CE Solutions lets you put together your Oregon renewal around the path you are taking. A State EMS Recertification package covers your required CE hours in one purchase, so you are not piecing together individual courses to meet Oregon's categories. If you renew through the National Registry, choose an NREMT recertification package instead. Providers who only need their hours can choose the 24 CEU package (Oregon EMRs and EMTs) or the 48 CEU package (Oregon AEMTs and Paramedics).
Our Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity course is coming soon as a standalone $25 course. Buy it by itself, or add it alongside any of our packages.
Whichever path you choose, finish before your license expires. Renewing on time is far simpler than reinstating a lapsed Oregon license or regaining an expired NREMT certification.
NREMT and Oregon Recertification
Oregon does not require NREMT certification for state license renewal. Under OAR 333-265-0110, you can renew by completing Oregon's state CE hours or by completing National Registry recertification.
If you maintain NREMT, you follow the National Continued Competency Program (NCCP) on the Registry's own cycle. The Oregon Health Authority has not designated topics for the NCCP local component. For NREMT details by level, see our NREMT recertification guide or the National Registry website.
Keeping NREMT alongside your Oregon license gives you portability if you ever work in another state, which is why many Oregon providers maintain both.
Oregon EMS Continuing Education Through CE Solutions
CE Solutions has provided EMS continuing education since 1997 and is a CAPCE-accredited provider (CESL1000). Oregon grants hour-for-hour credit for CAPCE-approved online courses that issue a certificate of completion, so CAPCE-accredited coursework is not subject to Oregon's 50 percent cap on unapproved self-study.
- Oregon State EMS Recertification packages
- A 24 CEU package for Oregon EMRs and EMTs
- A 48 CEU package for Oregon AEMTs and Paramedics
- NREMT recertification packages for providers maintaining National Registry
- A standalone $25 Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity course, coming soon
- CAPCE-accredited online courses with instant completion certificates
- 100% online delivery, accessible from any device
- Direct email support with responses within 24 hours
View Oregon EMS recertification packages, or read our guide to completing Oregon EMS renewal CE online. Recertifying in another state? See EMS recertification requirements by state.
Oregon EMS Recertification FAQs
How many CE hours do I need for Oregon EMS recertification?
Oregon requires 12 hours for EMRs, 24 hours for EMTs, 36 hours for AEMTs and EMT-Intermediates, and 48 hours for Paramedics each two-year cycle. Each level except EMT-Intermediate can instead renew by completing National Registry recertification. The Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training counts toward these totals.
When do Oregon EMS licenses expire?
EMT, AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, and Paramedic licenses expire June 30 of odd-numbered years, with the next deadline on June 30, 2027. EMR licenses expire June 30 of even-numbered years.
Is there a lower-cost package for Oregon EMS providers?
Yes. Oregon EMRs and EMTs can choose the CE Solutions 24 CEU package for $109, which matches the 24-hour Oregon EMT requirement and covers the 12 hours Oregon EMRs need. Oregon AEMTs and Paramedics can choose the 48 CEU package for $149, which matches the 48-hour Oregon Paramedic requirement and covers the 36 hours Oregon AEMTs need.
Does Oregon require NREMT certification?
No. Oregon lets you renew by completing the state CE hours or by completing National Registry recertification. Many Oregon providers keep NREMT for portability across state lines, but it is not required.
What EMS continuing education does Oregon accept?
Oregon grants hour-for-hour credit for CAPCE-approved online courses that provide a certificate of completion. No more than 50 percent of your total hours can come from self-study of unapproved material. CE Solutions is CAPCE-accredited, so our courses count toward Oregon's hour requirements.
Can I complete all my Oregon CE hours online?
Yes, your CE hours can be completed online through CAPCE-accredited courses. Providers affiliated with an EMS agency must also complete the Clinical Skills Competencies in Section 2 of Appendix 1, which are separate from online coursework.
What is the Oregon Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training requirement?
Oregon EMS providers renewing through the state CE path complete a 2-hour Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity training every recertification cycle. CE Solutions is developing a standalone $25 course for this training, coming soon.
Is the Culture, Race, Gender, and Ethnicity course included in your Oregon package?
No. The course is sold separately for $25 and is coming soon. You can buy it on its own, or alongside a State EMS Recertification package, an NREMT recertification package, or the 24 or 48 CEU package. If you need to renew before it launches, complete this training through another provider.
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.
