How to Get Your EMT Certification in Wyoming

Note: Always verify current requirements with Wyoming Office of EMS (Wyoming Department of Health).

Wyoming EMT Notes

Wyoming licenses EMTs through the Office of EMS within the Department of Health. Recertification is every 2 years requiring 42 CE hours for EMT, distributed across five categories (airway, pediatrics, trauma, medical, elective) and logged in the OWLS licensure system.

About the NREMT Exam

The NREMT EMT cognitive exam is a computer-adaptive test (CAT) with 70–120 questions. The exam adapts based on your performance — you must demonstrate entry-level competency across all content areas including airway management, cardiology, trauma, medical emergencies, and EMS operations. The exam is administered at Pearson VUE test centers nationwide and costs $70 per attempt.

How to Get Your EMT Certification in Wyoming

1. 1

   Complete an approved EMT training program

   Most states require 120–150 hours of EMT-Basic training from a state-approved program (community college, fire department, or private school).

2. 2

   Pass the NREMT cognitive exam

   The NREMT EMT exam is computer-adaptive with 70–120 questions. You need to demonstrate competency at the entry-level EMT standard. The exam is administered at Pearson VUE test centers.

3. 3

   Pass the NREMT psychomotor exam

   In addition to the written exam, you must pass a hands-on skills exam covering airway, patient assessment, and trauma. Contact your state EMS office for testing locations.

4. 4

   Apply for state certification

   After passing both NREMT exams, apply for state certification through Wyoming Office of EMS (Wyoming Department of Health). Processing times vary. You must be state-certified to work on an ambulance.

5. 5

   Recertify every 2 years

   Maintain your certification with 42 hours of continuing education every 2 years. This includes mandatory topics in airway management, patient assessment, and trauma.