Paramedic / Nevada
2026 data Nevada board official source

Nevada Paramedic License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

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

PlainCredential home → About this data

Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

What the Nevada data shows for Paramedics

To practice as a paramedic in Nevada, the state licensing board requires 1,911 documented education or training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Nevada's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $228, and renewal costs $183 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 72-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
32/100
Paramedic · Nevada

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
1,911 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$228
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$92/yr
$183 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 Nevada

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,911 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$228
Renewal Fee
$183
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
72 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

Compare & Explore

Compare all states for Paramedic All Nevada licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Nevada licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Nevada? ▼
Nevada requires 1911 education/training hours, passing an exam (NREMT Paramedic Exam), and an initial fee of $228. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Nevada? ▼
Nevada licenses paramedics who complete its requirements (1911 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Nevada licensing board.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Nevada 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 Nevada licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Nevada require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the paramedic licensing process in Nevada. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Paramedic in Nevada? ▼
Nevada ties continued paramedic licensure to 72 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $183 renewal fee.

Related Guides

What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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