Paramedic / Oregon
2026 data Oregon board official source

Oregon 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 Oregon data shows for Paramedics

To practice as a paramedic in Oregon, the state licensing board requires 1,952 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 Oregon's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

Upfront cost is $238, with renewal running $191 on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 72 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

For paramedics, the reciprocity picture is: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
31/100
Paramedic · Oregon

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
1,952 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$238
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$96/yr
$191 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 Oregon

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,952 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$238
Renewal Fee
$191
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 Oregon licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Oregon? ▼
Oregon's requirements cover 1952 hours of education or training, the NREMT Paramedic Exam exam, and an initial fee of $238. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Oregon? ▼
Oregon licenses paramedics who complete its requirements (1952 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Oregon licensing board.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Oregon from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for paramedics nationally works like this: Interstate EMS Compact: 30+ states. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Oregon. Verify the specifics with the Oregon licensing board.
Does Oregon require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for paramedic licensing in Oregon. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Paramedic in Oregon? ▼
Licensed paramedics in Oregon must complete 72 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $191.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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