Paramedic / Tennessee
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Tennessee Paramedic License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

What the Tennessee data shows for Paramedics

Becoming a licensed paramedic in Tennessee means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 1,503 training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Tennessee regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $126, and renewal costs $107 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
43/100
Paramedic · Tennessee

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
1,503 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$126
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C-
$54/yr
$107 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 Tennessee

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,503 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$126
Renewal Fee
$107
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 Tennessee licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Tennessee? ▼
In Tennessee, the license path calls for 1503 education/training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, and a $126 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Tennessee? ▼
Certification as a paramedic in Tennessee means clearing the state's checklist: 1503 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Tennessee licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Tennessee 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 Tennessee licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Tennessee require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the paramedic licensing process in Tennessee. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Paramedic in Tennessee? ▼
Tennessee ties continued paramedic licensure to 72 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $107 renewal fee.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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

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