Paramedic / North Dakota
2026 data North Dakota board official source

North Dakota 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 North Dakota data shows for Paramedics

Becoming a licensed paramedic in North Dakota means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 1,286 training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. North Dakota regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $72, and renewal costs $66 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

C
Licensing Ease Score
55/100
Paramedic · North Dakota

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
1,286 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee B+
$72
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B
$33/yr
$66 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 North Dakota

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,286 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$72
Renewal Fee
$66
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 North Dakota licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in North Dakota? ▼
North Dakota's requirements cover 1286 hours of education or training, the NREMT Paramedic Exam exam, and an initial fee of $72. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in North Dakota? ▼
North Dakota licenses paramedics who complete its requirements (1286 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the North Dakota licensing board.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to North Dakota 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 North Dakota licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does North Dakota require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Yes, North Dakota 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 North Dakota? ▼
Licensed paramedics in North Dakota must complete 72 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $66.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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