Paramedic / Vermont
2026 data Vermont board official source

Vermont Paramedic License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

What the Vermont data shows for Paramedics

Becoming a licensed paramedic in Vermont means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 1,232 training hours, a passing score on NREMT Paramedic Exam, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Vermont regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $58, and renewal costs $56 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

C
Licensing Ease Score
58/100
Paramedic · Vermont

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 D
1,232 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A
$58
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B+
$28/yr
$56 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 Vermont

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,232 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$58
Renewal Fee
$56
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 Vermont licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Vermont? ▼
Vermont requires 1232 education/training hours, passing an exam (NREMT Paramedic Exam), and an initial fee of $58. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Vermont? ▼
To become a licensed paramedic in Vermont, you must meet the state's requirements including 1232 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Vermont licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Vermont 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 Vermont. Verify the specifics with the Vermont licensing board.
Does Vermont require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Vermont 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 Vermont? ▼
To stay licensed as a paramedic in Vermont, plan on 72 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $56.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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