Paramedic / Maryland
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Maryland Paramedic License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

What the Maryland data shows for Paramedics

Maryland's path to paramedic licensure runs through 1,730 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. Maryland folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $182, and renewal costs $149 every 2 years. Maintaining the license requires 72 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
36/100
Paramedic · Maryland

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
1,730 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$182
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$75/yr
$149 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 Maryland

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,730 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$182
Renewal Fee
$149
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 Maryland licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Maryland? ▼
In Maryland, the license path calls for 1730 education/training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, and a $182 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Maryland? ▼
Maryland licenses paramedics who complete its requirements (1730 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Maryland licensing board.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Maryland from another state? ▼
Paramedic licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Maryland licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Maryland require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Maryland 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 Maryland? ▼
Maryland ties continued paramedic licensure to 72 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $149 renewal fee.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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