Verification of passing an assessment examination. License holders may only take the assessment examination one time in order to utilize such examination for meeting the renewal requirements. They must achieve a minimum score of 70%. If they fail the examination, they will be required to meet one of the other requirements. Top of Page 
Table A
| Profession / Discipline |
Continuing Education Hours
Required for Renewal. |
| 1st Responder |
20 hours in the subject matter of the First Responder course. |
| EMT |
30 hours in the subject matter of the EMT course. |
| Intermediate |
45 hours -- Of which 30 hours in the subject matter of the EMT course and 15 hours in subject matter of the Intermediate Course; as well as documentation of demonstrated proficiency in peripheral IV administration and endotracheal intubation in a clinical, out-of-hospital or educational setting. |
| Paramedic |
60 hours – Of which, 30 hours is in the EMT course and 30 hours in the Paramedic course as well as documentation of demonstrated proficiency in peripheral IV administration, endotracheal intubation, and drug administration and cardiac skills in a clinical, out-of-hospital, or educational setting. |
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Requirements for Service Licensure
To qualify for licensure as a Basic/Advanced Emergency Medical Service, you must submit:
- A completed
application for an Emergency Medical Service License submitted at least 90 days prior to when the service expects to commence operations; and
- A listing of the names, certification levels & certification numbers of employees/members of your service; and
- Your written agreement with a licensed basic life support service/advanced life support service if the applicant does not own or lease an ambulance; and
- A description or map of your service area; and
- A copy of the EMS Model Protocols or copy of protocols that your service has adopted.
- If you are going to use a glucose monitor, you must have a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Certificate.
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Service Renewal Information
All service licenses issued will expire on December 31st of the second year after issuance. The Licensure Unit will send a Renewal Notice to the address of record for the EMS Service. No fees are required for renewal. Services are randomly audited each year. If the word AUDIT is in the upper right hand corner of the renewal notice, the service will receive an inspection before December 31st. The purpose of the audit is to determine that the service meets requirements outlined in Title 172 NAC 12.
Renewal requirements:
- Completion of EMS Basic/Advanced Service Renewal Notice
- A list of the names of active members of service identifying each member’s licensure level.
- If applicable, prepare service records for audit.
- If an Advanced Emergency Medical Service, submit a copy of current DEA Controlled Substances Registration.
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Name and Address Change
To request an address change, you may fill out a name change request form or can contact any staff member at (402)471-2299 or 800-422-3460 ext. 1-2. You can also e-mail Pam Harris at pam.harris@nebraska.gov or Dave Henske at dave.henske@nebraska.gov.
A change in physician medical director requires submission of a letter to the Licensure Unit stating:
- Termination date of the current physician medical director;
- Name of the new physician medical director;
- Effective date of appointment of new physician medical director; and
A statement signed and dated by the new physician medical director stating he will operate the emergency medical service in accordance with the current statutes and regulations.
If you wish to change your name on your license, you must complete the affidavit of name change request form and submit it with a copy of the legal document verifying name change to:
Pam Harris (for Advanced Providers and Services) or Dave Henske (for Basic Providers and Services)
Licensure Unit
Emergency Medical Services
PO Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509-4986
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Duplicate Reissue
Duplicates: A duplicate large license or small license card may be requested at the time of initial licensure. $10.00 fee, per document, is required.
Reissue: A large license and/or small license card may be reissued when the licensee requests: additional documents; replacement of original document(s) due to loss, mutilation or destruction; or replacement of document(s) due to a name change.
To request a reissued license you must submit a Request for Reissuance, and include a fee in the amount of $10.00 per document.
Send all requests to:
Pam Harris (for Advanced Providers and Services) or Dave Henske (for Basic Providers and Services)
Licensure Unit
Emergency Medical Services
PO Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509-4986
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Rules and Regulations/Statutes
Regulations relating to Licensure of Out-Of-Hospital Emergency Care Providers - 172 NAC 11
Regulations relating to Licensure of Emergency Medical Services - 172 NAC 12
Regulations relating to Emergency Medical Services Training Agencies - 172 NAC 13
Regulations relating to Use of Automated External Defibillators Title 172 NAC 14
Statutes relating to Emergency Medical Services Act
Statutes relating to the Uniform Credentialing Act
Regulations relating to Mandatory Reporting
Mandatory Reporting Forms
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Board of Emergency Medical Services Information
The Board of Emergency Medical Services promotes the dissemination of public information and education programs to inform the public about out-of-hospital emergency medical care and other out-of-hospital medical information, including appropriate methods of medical self-help, first aid, and the availability of out-of-hospital emergency medical services training programs in the state. The Board advises the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health on all issues related to the regulation of emergency medical services. Board member composition and length of terms follows:
| Membership and Requirements: |
17 members appointed by the Governor, of which the composition must include: - 7 members shall be active out-of-hospital emergency care providers (2 first responders, 2 EMT’s, 1 intermediate, and 2 paramedics)
- 3 members shall be qualified physicians actively involved in emergency medical care (at least 1 being a board-certified emergency physician)
- 1 representative of an approved training agency
- 1 physician assistant with at least 5 years of experience and active in out-of-hospital emergency medical care education
- 1 registered nurse with at least 5 years of experience and active in out-of-hospital emergency medical care education
- 2 consumers who have been residents of the State of Nebraska for at least 5 years
- 2 members who have any of the qualifications listed above
- In addition to any other criteria for appointment, among the members of the board there shall be at least 1 member who is a volunteer emergency medical care provider, at least 1 member who is a paid emergency medical care provider, at least 1 member who is a firefighter, at least 1 member who is a law enforcement officer, and at least 1 member who is active in the Critical Incident Stress Management Program. At least 5 members of the board shall be appointed from each congressional district. No more than 1 physician member shall reside in any single congressional district.
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| Length of Terms: |
All members serve staggered 5-year terms and may be reappointed. |
The Board of Emergency Medical Services meets five times per year – see Board meeting schedule for meeting dates and times. Meetings are open to the public, with the exception of investigational matters. Minutes of meetings are available by contacting Pam Harris at (402) 471-2159 or by E-Mail at pam.harris@nebraska.gov
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Contact Information
| Mailing Address |
Physical Address |
DHHS, Division of Public Health
Licensure Unit
PO Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509-4986 |
Nebraska State Office Building
301 Centennial Mall South
14th and M Streets
3rd Floor
Lincoln, Nebraska |
EMS Scope of Practice, Training Agency Questions:
Rene Tiedt, Office Administrator
Phone: (402) 471-2299
Toll Free: (800) 422-3460 ext. 1-3
Email: rene.tiedt@nebraska.gov
Advanced Providers, Services, and Tuition Reimbursement Questions:
Pam Harris, Health Licensing Specialist
Phone: (402) 471-2299
Toll Free: (800) 422-3460 ext. 1-2
Email: Pam.harris@nebraska.gov
Basic Providers and Services:
Dave Henske, Health Licensing Specialist
Phone: (402) 471-2299
Toll Free: (800) 422-3460 ext. 1-1
Email: Dave.henske@nebraska.gov
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Other Related Contacts
EMS Regional Coordinators, CE Workshops, Grants, Trauma, CISM:
Emergency Medical Services Program
Doug Fuller, EMS Regional Coordinator
Nebraska Health and Human Services
Division of Public Health, Licensure Unit
PO Box 95026
Lincoln, NE 68509-5007
Phone: (402) 471-0124
Toll Free: 800-422-3460 ext. 25
Email: Doug.fuller@nebraska.gov
Website: www.dhhs.ne.gov/ems/emsindex.htm
Nebraska Emergency Medical Services Association (NEMSA)
837 J Street
Burwell, NE 68823
Phone: (308) 346-4911
Website: www.NEMSA.org
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Brochures
Chemical Dependency in Health Care Professionals
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Licensure/Verification
Licensure and Verification information can be obtained by checking the website at: www.dhhs.ne.gov/lis/lisindex.htm
To request either a Licensure or Verification of your license to be sent to another licensing agency, send your request in writing along with the proper fee to our office. Checks must be made payable to Licensure Unit, State of Nebraska.
FEES – License $25.00 – Verification $5.00
License Includes:
- Name
- Profession
- License number
- Issuance date
- Expiration date
- Whether the licensee was granted by examination, waiver, or reciprocity
- Examination information, if available
- Whether disciplinary action has been taken against the license. If so, the type(s) and date(s) of the action will be included.
- SEAL of the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services.
Verification includes
- Name
- Profession
- License Number
- Expiration Date
- Department Staff Signature
Verification does not include the SEAL of the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services nor information relating to discipline, school, or examination.
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Licensee Assistance Program
The Licensee Assistance Program (LAP) is an assessment, education, referral, case management, and monitoring service designed to help licensees, certificate holders, and registrants of the State of Nebraska work through substance abuse/addiction problems.
The LAP services are free. However, in some cases treatment from a community resource agency may be needed. If further assistance is needed, the LAP Coordinator will help refer the Licensee to the most appropriate agency. When a treatment referral is made, those expenses become the responsibility of the Licensee.
This program was authorized by Neb. Rev. Stat. § 38-175 and is funded by license fees.
LAP telephone number: (800) 851-2336 or (402) 354-8055. You may also visit their website at www.lapne.org.
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Complaints
How do I file a complaint? To file a complaint against a license holder, service or training agency, please see the Investigations web site.
What activities must be reported by a licensee, certificate holder, or registrant? Every credentialed person who has first-hand knowledge of unlicensed, illegal or unethical activities is required to report (includes self-reporting) within 30 days of the occurrence. FAILURE TO REPORT may result in discipline. To view additional information relating to mandatory reporting, click on the options below:
Mandatory Reporting Forms
Mandatory Reporting Summary (chart showing who is to report and what is to be reported)
Mandatory Reporting Regulations
Mandatory Reporting shall not apply:
- To the spouse of the person,
- To a practitioner who is providing treatment to such person in a practitioner-patient relationship concerning information obtained or discovered in the course of treatment unless the treating practitioner determines that the condition of the person may be of a nature which constitutes a danger to the public health and safety by the person’s continued practice, or
- When a credentialed person who is chemically impaired enters the Licensee Assistance Program authorized by Neb. Rev. Stat. § 38-175 except as provided in such section.
How is a complaint reviewed, and what is the disciplinary process? The following provides information relating to the complaint, investigative, and disciplinary process.
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