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EMT / Paramedic
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Yes
NREMT Required?
120-150
EMT Training Hours
4 levels
Certification Levels
$60 (background check) + $104 (NREMT exam, if chosen) + course tuition
EMT Initial Cost
2 years
Renewal Period
28 hrs
EMT CE Hours
Training Hours
60 hours
Scope of Practice
Basic emergency care including bleeding control, CPR, AED use, oxygen administration, and basic patient assessment
NREMT Required
No
Additional Requirements
Training Hours
120-150 hours
Scope of Practice
BLS care including patient assessment, vital signs monitoring, oxygen therapy, bag-valve-mask ventilation, CPR/AED, splinting, bleeding control, assisted medication administration (epinephrine auto-injector, nitroglycerin, albuterol), emergency childbirth, and spinal motion restriction
NREMT Required
No
Additional Requirements
Training Hours
350 hours
Scope of Practice
All EMT-Basic skills plus IV/IO access, fluid administration, supraglottic airway devices, blood glucose monitoring, CPAP, and limited medication administration per protocol
NREMT Required
No
Additional Requirements
Training Hours
1,200 hours
Scope of Practice
All AEMT skills plus endotracheal intubation, cardiac monitoring/12-lead ECG, manual defibrillation/cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, needle chest decompression, surgical cricothyrotomy, comprehensive medication administration, and RSI where authorized
NREMT Required
No
Additional Requirements
Training Program Requirements
Verified120-150
EMT Training Hours
1,200
Paramedic Hours
Notes
Kansas requires 200+ hours for EMT training, which exceeds the national standard of 150 hours. Kansas is one of the few states that offers its own state exam as an alternative to NREMT. Training programs must be approved by KBEMS. If certification expires for more than 2 years, candidates must retake the full course.
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Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
NREMT Certification
Required
Cognitive Exam
Required
Psychomotor Exam
No
State-Specific Exam
NREMT Details
Kansas does NOT require NREMT certification; it is optional. Kansas offers its own state exam as an alternative to the NREMT exam. NREMT is NOT required for recertification. If choosing NREMT, the cognitive exam is CAT format with 70-120 questions for EMT level, 2-hour time limit, $104 per attempt, scaled score passing at 950/1500, up to 6 attempts with 15-day wait between attempts. Psychomotor exam is administered by the state.
State Exam Details
Kansas offers its own state certification exam as an alternative to the NREMT exam. Candidates may choose either the NREMT exam or the Kansas state exam. Kansas is one of the few states with this option.
Passing Score
If using NREMT: CAT format with 70-120 questions for EMT level, scaled score passing at 950/1500. Kansas state exam has its own passing criteria.
Retake Policy
NREMT allows up to 6 attempts with a 15-day waiting period between attempts. After the 3rd failed attempt, candidates must complete 24 hours of remedial training. After 6 failed attempts, full course completion is required. NREMT exam fee is $80 per attempt.
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NREMT Cognitive Exam
Questions
120 questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
If using NREMT: CAT format with 70-120 questions for EMT level, scaled score passing at 950/1500. Kansas state exam has its own passing criteria.
Format
Computer adaptive testing (CAT)
Cost of failing
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What Each Level Can Do
VerifiedOnline Medical Direction (Real-Time)
Real-time physician contact via radio or phone for consultation on patient care decisions beyond standing orders
Offline Medical Direction (Standing Orders)
Standing orders and protocols developed by the EMS medical director that authorize specific treatments without real-time physician contact
Protocol Requirements
All EMS providers in Kansas must operate under the authority of a licensed physician medical director. Each EMS service must have approved medical protocols.
Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Drug Screening
CPR/BLS Certification
Immunizations Required
Driver's License Required
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
NREMT Exam Fee NREMT EMT cognitive exam fee (increased from $70 in 2025) | $80 |
State Application Fee Background check fee is $60 | $30 |
Renewal Fee EMT renewal fee; late renewal is $60; renewal by December 31 | $30 |
Total Initial EMT Cost State exam fee may differ from NREMT; does not include course costs | $60 (background check) + $104 (NREMT exam, if chosen) + course tuition |
Total Initial Paramedic Cost Does not include textbooks, uniforms, or equipment | $60 (background check) + $104 (NREMT exam, if chosen) + program tuition |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified2 years
Renewal Period
28 hrs
EMT CE Hours
60 hrs
Paramedic CE Hours
Required
Skills Verification
NREMT Recertification Accepted for State Renewal
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$30
Late renewal is $60; renewal by December 31
Regulatory Board
EMS certifications must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering patient assessment, trauma care, cardiac emergencies, and applicable protocol updates.
For a deeper dive into CE requirements and deadlines, see our emt license renewal guide.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
NREMT-Based Reciprocity Available
Reciprocity Type
NREMT-based; EMS Compact member state
Transfer Details
Kansas accepts out-of-state EMS providers. Reciprocity applicants must complete a background check ($50 for reciprocity). Must hold current certification from another state.
Additional Requirements for Transfer
EMT/Paramedic reciprocity is often facilitated through NREMT certification. States that require NREMT typically allow easier transfer for certified providers. Always verify current reciprocity policies with your state EMS office.
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Kansas is one of the few states with its own state exam alternative to NREMT. The 200+ hour training requirement exceeds the national 150-hour standard. If certification expires for more than 2 years, full course retake is required. Minimum age is 17. Late renewal fee doubles to $60.
Kansas is one of the few states that offers its own state exam as an alternative to the NREMT exam.
NREMT is NOT required for recertification.
200+ hours of training exceeds the national 150-hour standard.
Background check fee is $60; reciprocity background check is $50.
EMT renewal fee is $30 ($60 late); renewal by December 31.
If certification expires for more than 2 years, candidates must retake the full course.
Minimum age is 17.
Kansas is an EMS Compact (REPLICA) member state, allowing cross-state EMS practice.
EMT requirements in nearby states
| State | Total Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas (you) | $60 (background check) + $104 (NREMT exam, if chosen) + course tuition | |
| Colorado | $1,000-$2,500 (program) + $104 (NREMT) + $50 (state cert) + $2.55 (Peer Assistance) + $57.50 (background check) | → |
| Missouri | $800 (program) + $104 (NREMT exam) + fingerprint fee | → |
| Nebraska | $800 (program) + $104 (NREMT exam) + $55 (FBI background) | → |
| Oklahoma | $189 | → |
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✓ REPLICA Compact State — Kansas is a member of the EMS Compact (REPLICA). Licensed emts from other member states may be eligible for expedited practice privileges.
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EMT requirements in Kansas verified against Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services (KBEMS), March 2026.
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Kansas requires NREMT certification for EMS providers. EMT training requires 120-150 hours. All certification is managed through the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services (KBEMS).
Requirements vary by state and local jurisdiction. Always verify current requirements with your state EMS office.
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