Paramedic / Connecticut
2026 data Connecticut board official source

Connecticut Paramedic License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

What the Connecticut data shows for Paramedics

Connecticut sets the entry bar for paramedics at 1,741 training hours and a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Connecticut's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $185, and renewal costs $151 every 2 years. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 72 hours of continuing education are due every 2-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
36/100
Paramedic · Connecticut

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
1,741 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$185
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$76/yr
$151 every 2 years
Continuing Education F
36.0 hrs/yr
72 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Connecticut

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,741 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$185
Renewal Fee
$151
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
72 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Connecticut licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Connecticut? ▼
In Connecticut, the license path calls for 1741 education/training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, and a $185 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Connecticut? ▼
To become a licensed paramedic in Connecticut, you must meet the state's requirements including 1741 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Connecticut licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Connecticut from another state? ▼
For paramedics, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Connecticut licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Connecticut require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the paramedic licensing process in Connecticut. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Paramedic in Connecticut? ▼
Licensed paramedics in Connecticut must complete 72 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $151.

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What to do with this paramedic license

Paramedic in Connecticut, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a paramedic-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Connecticut's paramedic requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Paramedic in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state paramedic license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Connecticut's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Connecticut overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Connecticut licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.