Becoming an EMT in Nevada
Nevada has a slightly more complicated EMT training system than most other states. This is because Nevada offers certification, license, and endorsement options for EMS personnel and it is separated into multiple regions. This means that all of Clark County Nevada has it’s own training requirements, protocols, and scope of practice. For this reason there is separate information here for Nevada EMT training in Clark County and the rest of the State of Nevada.
EMT Training Las Vegas
Clark County EMS includes cities like Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City. This means if you want to be an EMT in Las Vegas, it’s a good idea to sign up for a Las Vegas EMT training program, or at least one in Clark County.
There are slightly different requirements for Nevada and Las Vegas EMT applicants, which is why attending a training program in Clark County is ideal. However, for EMT applicants who can’t attend a Las Vegas EMT school it’s possible to apply for reciprocity later and work as an EMT in Las Vegas.
EMT training in Clark County and the State of Nevada begins with going through an EMT program. If possible, it’s better to know ahead of time whether you will be working in Clark County or somewhere else in Nevada.
First candidates must choose a school and successfully pass their Nevada EMT training program. After that candidates will need to pass two National Registry of EMT (NREMT) exams to get Nationally certified.
After passing both the cognitive and psychomotor NREMT exams candidates can apply for a Nevada EMT state license.
Nevada EMT candidates can apply in person or online at their local EMS office. The website and EMS office you apply at will depend on where you are located in Nevada and where you want to work in the field as an EMT.
The State of Nevada EMS Office oversees four Regions of EMS agencies and the Southern Nevada Health District EMS Office oversees Clark County.
Tina Smith
EMS Program Manager
4150 Technology Way, Ste 100
Carson City, NV 89706
Phone: (775) 687-7590
EMS Office
Southern Nevada Health District
280 S. Decatur Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: (702) 759-1050
If a candidate is licensed outside of Clark County with an EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certification, they will not automatically be able to work inside of Clark County, Nevada. An EMT or AEMT will need to apply for reciprocity or submit proof of residency, enrollment in EMS training or EMS employment within Clark County.
A Paramedic will need to submit proof of residency or EMS employment within Clark County in order to work in the area.
Scroll down for more detailed information about each step in the Nevada EMT training process.
EMS Levels Recognized in Nevada
EMT Certifications Nevada
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
Paramedic (EMT-P)
Licenses Ambulance Attendants in Nevada
Driver Only
Ground Attendant
Air Attendant
Endorsements Available in Nevada
Critical Care Paramedic
Community Paramedicine
Immunization
EMS Instructor
Licenses and Endorsements
Qualified emergency medical service (EMS) candidates in Nevada can apply for Certifications, Licenses, and Endorsements. This page focuses mostly on the Certifications, which include Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), and Paramedic (EMT-P).
In Nevada, EMS can als