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⚠️ Important: This comparison is based on published state licensing requirements and may not reflect recent changes. Reciprocity and transfer rules change frequently and are evaluated on a case-by-case basis by state licensing boards. This tool is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Always contact Connecticut Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.
Everything you need to know about transferring your emt / paramedic license from Massachusetts to Connecticut
Connecticut has endorsement agreements with Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. EMS personnel from these states may obtain Connecticut certification through an expedited endorsement process. Connecticut is NOT an EMS Compact member state.
| Requirement | Massachusetts (MA) | Connecticut (CT) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Requirements● | High school diploma or GED | High school diploma or GED (or currently enrolled in high school) |
| Exam Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Experience Requirements | Not available | Not available |
| Fees | emt course cost: $1,000-$2,500; paramedic course cost: $8,000-$16,000; nremt exam fee: $80; state application fee: $26; state license fee: $150; renewal fee: $150; total initial emt cost: $1,000 (program) + $104 (NREMT exam) + $150 (state certification); total initial paramedic cost: $8,000 (program) + $104 (NREMT exam) + $150 (state certification); confidence: high; sources: https://www.mass.gov/emergency-medical-technicians-emts-and-paramedics; https://www.mass.gov/how-to/renew-your-emt-advanced-emt-or-paramedic-certification | emt course cost: $1,000-$2,500; paramedic course cost: $8,000-$15,000; nremt exam fee: $80; state application fee: $155; state license fee: $15; state practical exam fee: $130; renewal fee: $15; total initial emt cost: $1,000-$2,500 (program) + $104 (NREMT) + $130 (state practical) + $15 (state cert); total initial paramedic cost: $8,000-$15,000 (program) + $104 (NREMT) + $130 (state practical) + $15 (state cert); confidence: high; sources: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/emergency-medical-services/ems/oems---ems-education-and-training; https://portal.ct.gov/dph/emergency-medical-services/licensing--certificaton/emt-renewalrecertification |
| Renewal / CE Requirements● | Period: 2 years (certifications expire March 31, 2026; next cycle expires March 31, 2028); Fee: $26 | Period: 2 years; Fee: $155 |
Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
These steps are general guidance based on common transfer processes. Your state may have a different process. Always follow the instructions provided by your state licensing board.
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