New & Lapsed License Applications
The below information is to assist you in applying for Initial and Lapsed EMS licensure. All steps must be completed.
Criminal History Record Information Check
If you can travel to New Hampshire for a LiveScan (only New Hampshire LiveScan prints can be accepted per FBI requirement):
- Complete Online: This method decreases processing time in most cases and eliminates the risk of items being lost in the mail.
- Visit the Link: Go to NH Criminal Records.
- Schedule and Pay: Follow the instructions to schedule and pay online.
- Note: Choose “Emergency Medical and Trauma Services” as the agency to ensure NH EMS receives your completed record.
If you are unable to travel to New Hampshire for a LiveScan:
- Submit Paperwork to the NHSP Criminal Records Unit:
- Criminal History Record Information Authorization (CHRI) Form: Ensure the form says “EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND TRAUMA SERVICES NH RSA 153-A:10-a” at the top.
- Fingerprinting: Provide either an inked fingerprint card or a LiveScan Receipt/Tracking Form.
- Note: Criminal Records will not accept fingerprints greater than 30 days old.
- Payment: Include a check or money order for $47.00, payable to “State of NH – CRU.”
- Address to: Attn: Criminal Records Unit, 33 Hazen Dr., Concord, NH 03305
Other Important Reminders:
- Background checks can only be used once.
- The Bureau of EMS will only accept background checks directly from Criminal Records, not from individuals.
- Only New Hampshire LiveScan prints can be accepted; out-of-state fingerprints must be on an ‘inked-card’. Most police departments will provide this service.
- If you ‘walk-in’ to a LiveScan site, they may not be able to accept payment, causing you to have to send a check via mail. Schedule ahead or call-ahead to ensure they can accept payment to minimize delay.
Education Requirements
Scope of Practice
Complete an approved, level-appropriate New Hampshire Scope of Practice program. Scope of Practice online program is available through the NHFA & EMS online classroom or state-wide programs can be found in the EMS Course Catalog.
New Hampshire EMS Protocols
Take the New Hampshire Protocols course at the level corresponding to your training (Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic).
Submitting Your Application
Scan the documentation produced by the steps above and email to the New Hampshire Bureau of Emergency Medical Services licensing desk at emslicensing@dos.nh.gov. All required documents are listed below:
- Completed New Hampshire Bureau of EMS Provider License Application
- Copy of Current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) card
License Renewals and Upgrades
In order to renew or upgrade your New Hampshire Emergency Medical Services Provider License, follow the steps below:
Education Requirements
Scope of Practice
Complete an approved, level-appropriate New Hampshire Scope of Practice program. Scope of Practice online program is available through the NHFA & EMS online classroom or state-wide programs can be found in the EMS Course Catalog.
New Hampshire EMS Protocols
Take the New Hampshire Protocols course at the level corresponding to your training (Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic).
Submitting your Application
In order to complete your application for licensure renewal or licensure upgrade:
- Log into RespondNH and complete the applicable application: EMS Provider License – Renewal or EMS Provider License – Level Change.
- Ensure that you have already updated your NREMT certification prior to licensure application.
