Paramedic / Wyoming
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Wyoming 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 Wyoming data shows for Paramedics

To practice as a paramedic in Wyoming, the state licensing board requires 1,243 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 Wyoming's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Paramedic Training Program".

The initial price tag is $61, and renewal costs $58 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

C
Licensing Ease Score
57/100
Paramedic · Wyoming

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
1,243 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A-
$61
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B+
$29/yr
$58 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 Wyoming

Education / Training Hours
Paramedic Training Program
1,243 hours
Exam Requirement
NREMT Paramedic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$61
Renewal Fee
$58
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 Wyoming licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Paramedic in Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming's requirements cover 1243 hours of education or training, the NREMT Paramedic Exam exam, and an initial fee of $61. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Paramedic in Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming licenses paramedics who complete its requirements (1243 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Wyoming licensing board.
Can I transfer my Paramedic license to Wyoming 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 Wyoming. Verify the specifics with the Wyoming licensing board.
Does Wyoming require a background check for Paramedic licensing? ▼
Wyoming 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 Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming ties continued paramedic licensure to 72 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $58 renewal fee.

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What to do with this paramedic license

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

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

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