Paramedic / Georgia
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Georgia 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 Georgia data shows for Paramedics

Georgia sets the entry bar for paramedics at 1,568 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 Georgia's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

Budget $142 to get started, plus $119 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 72 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

On reciprocity, paramedics should know: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states.

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
41/100
Paramedic · Georgia

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
1,568 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$142
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$60/yr
$119 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 Georgia

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,568 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$142
Renewal Fee
$119
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 Georgia licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Georgia? ▼
Georgia requires 1568 education/training hours, passing an exam (NREMT Paramedic Exam), and an initial fee of $142. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Georgia? ▼
Georgia licenses paramedics who complete its requirements (1568 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Georgia licensing board.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Georgia from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for paramedics nationally works like this: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Georgia. Verify the specifics with the Georgia licensing board.
Does Georgia require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Yes, Georgia requires a criminal background check as part of the paramedic licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Paramedic in Georgia? ▼
Licensed paramedics in Georgia must complete 72 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $119.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

  • See how Georgia'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 Georgia's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Georgia overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Georgia 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.