⚠️ 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 Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division) directly to confirm current transfer requirements before submitting any applications or fees.

Transfer Your EMT / Paramedic License: Massachusetts → Vermont

Everything you need to know about transferring your emt / paramedic license from Massachusetts to Vermont

Reciprocity Available

Vermont accepts reciprocity applications with current NREMT certification. Vermont is NOT an EMS Compact member state. Agency affiliation is required. RN/PA/Military challenge pathway is available for eligible healthcare professionals.

Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Massachusetts (MA)	Vermont (VT)
Education Requirements	High school diploma or GED	High school diploma or GED
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	nremt exam fee: $80; state application fee: $50; state license fee: Not publicly posted; renewal fee: Not publicly posted; background check fee: Not publicly posted; total initial emt cost: Course + $104 (NREMT) + state fees (not publicly posted); total initial paramedic cost: Course + $104 (NREMT) + state fees (not publicly posted); confidence: high; sources: https://www.healthvermont.gov/emergency/emergency-medical-services/licensing; https://www.healthvermont.gov/emergency/emergency-medical-services/ems-education-resources
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: 2 years (certifications expire March 31, 2026; next cycle expires March 31, 2028); Fee: $26	Period: Tied to NREMT expiration cycle (2 years for EMT/AEMT, 2 years for Paramedic); VEFR expires December 31 two years after initial certification; Fee: $50

Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Vermont accepts out-of-state emt licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.
Renewal differs: Massachusetts — Period: 2 years (certifications expire March 31, 2026; next cycle expires March 31, 2028); Fee: $26; Vermont — Period: Tied to NREMT expiration cycle (2 years for EMT/AEMT, 2 years for Paramedic); VEFR expires December 31 two years after initial certification; Fee: $50.

Next Steps

1
Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division) →
2
Request credential verification from Office of Emergency Medical Services (under Bureau of Health Care Safety and Quality, Department of Public Health) — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Massachusetts board →
3
Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).
4
Submit your application to Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division).

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.

Vermont Licensing Board

Board: Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division)
Website: https://www.healthvermont.gov/emergency/emergency-medical-services/licensing
Phone: (802) 863-7310

Contact Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division) to confirm current transfer requirements →

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Requirements Comparison

Requirement	Massachusetts (MA)	Vermont (VT)
Education Requirements	High school diploma or GED	High school diploma or GED
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	nremt exam fee: $80; state application fee: $50; state license fee: Not publicly posted; renewal fee: Not publicly posted; background check fee: Not publicly posted; total initial emt cost: Course + $104 (NREMT) + state fees (not publicly posted); total initial paramedic cost: Course + $104 (NREMT) + state fees (not publicly posted); confidence: high; sources: https://www.healthvermont.gov/emergency/emergency-medical-services/licensing; https://www.healthvermont.gov/emergency/emergency-medical-services/ems-education-resources
Renewal / CE Requirements●	Period: 2 years (certifications expire March 31, 2026; next cycle expires March 31, 2028); Fee: $26	Period: Tied to NREMT expiration cycle (2 years for EMT/AEMT, 2 years for Paramedic); VEFR expires December 31 two years after initial certification; Fee: $50

Data verified as of 2026-03-21. Requirements may have changed since verification.

Key Differences

Vermont accepts out-of-state emt licenses via reciprocity/endorsement.

Renewal differs: Massachusetts — Period: 2 years (certifications expire March 31, 2026; next cycle expires March 31, 2028); Fee: $26; Vermont — Period: Tied to NREMT expiration cycle (2 years for EMT/AEMT, 2 years for Paramedic); VEFR expires December 31 two years after initial certification; Fee: $50.

Next Steps

Contact the destination state board to confirm current transfer/reciprocity requirements. Visit Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division) →

Request credential verification from Office of Emergency Medical Services (under Bureau of Health Care Safety and Quality, Department of Public Health) — this often takes 4–8 weeks. Visit Massachusetts board →

Gather required documentation (education transcripts, experience logs, exam scores).

Submit your application to Vermont Department of Health (EMS Office / EMS Division).

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.

Transfer Your EMT / Paramedic License: Massachusetts → Vermont

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Vermont Licensing Board

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Transfer Your EMT / Paramedic License: Massachusetts → Vermont

Reciprocity Available

Requirements Comparison

Key Differences

Next Steps

Vermont Licensing Board

Prepare for Your Licensing Exam

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