Paramedic / Massachusetts
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Massachusetts Paramedic License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

What the Massachusetts data shows for Paramedics

Massachusetts's path to paramedic licensure runs through 1,708 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Massachusetts folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

Upfront cost is $177, with renewal running $145 on a 2-year cycle. 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
37/100
Paramedic · Massachusetts

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
1,708 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$177
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$73/yr
$145 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 Massachusetts

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,708 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$177
Renewal Fee
$145
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 Massachusetts licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Massachusetts? ▼
Massachusetts requires 1708 education/training hours, passing an exam (NREMT Paramedic Exam), and an initial fee of $177. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Massachusetts? ▼
Certification as a paramedic in Massachusetts means clearing the state's checklist: 1708 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Massachusetts licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Massachusetts require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Massachusetts does require a background check before issuing a paramedic license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Paramedic in Massachusetts? ▼
To stay licensed as a paramedic in Massachusetts, plan on 72 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $145.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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