Wash. Admin. Code § 246-976-141 - To obtain initial EMS provider certification following the successful completion of Washington state approved EMS course
To apply for initial
(1) Submit a completed
application on forms provided by the department ;
(2) Be at least 18 years of age and provide
their date of birth on the initial certification application. Variances to this
age requirement will not be granted;
(3) Successfully complete a background check
provided by the department . The background check may include the requirement
for fingerprint card and FBI background check. If an applicant has submitted
fingerprints and has been informed by the department that their fingerprints
were rejected and must be redone, the applicant may request a temporary
practice permit in accordance with WAC
246-12-050;
(4) Provide proof of high school diploma or
GED for EMT, AEMT, and paramedic level certifications;
(5) Provide proof of competency, a current
and valid certification from another state or national organization recognized
by the department ;
(6) Provide
proof of active membership paid or volunteer with a licensed aid or ambulance
service , or an EMS service supervisory organization (ESSO) recognized by the
department . Senior EMS instructors or training coordinators teaching at
department -approved EMS training programs who are unable to be with approved
agencies above may affiliate with department -approved training programs with
the approval from the county medical program director; and
(7) Be recommended by the county medical
program director. The county medical program director must sign the
application.
Notes
Statutory Authority: Chapters 18.71, 18.73, and 70.168 RCW. 11-07-078, § 246-976-141, filed 3/22/11, effective 5/15/11; 00-08-102, § 246-976-141, filed 4/5/00, effective 5/6/00.
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