Paramedic / New York
2026 data New York board official source

New York 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 New York data shows for Paramedics

Becoming a licensed paramedic in New York means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 1,671 training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. New York regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

Budget $168 to get started, plus $138 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. 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
38/100
Paramedic · New York

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
1,671 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$168
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$69/yr
$138 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 New York

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,671 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$168
Renewal Fee
$138
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 New York licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in New York? ▼
New York's requirements cover 1671 hours of education or training, the NREMT Paramedic Exam exam, and an initial fee of $168. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in New York? ▼
Certification as a paramedic in New York means clearing the state's checklist: 1671 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The New York licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to New York 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 New York licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does New York require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
New York 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 New York? ▼
Licensed paramedics in New York must complete 72 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $138.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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