Initial EMS Certification Application Packet
EMS Certification Application PacketContents:1.530-060. Contents List/SSN Information/ Mailing Information. 1 page2.530-061. Application Instructions Checklist. 3 pages2.530-191. Certification Requirements. 2 pages3.530-015. EMS Certification Application. 4 pages4.530-117. General Instructions Checklist and EMSSupervisor/Medical Program Director Signature Form. 2 pages5.530-065. Out-of-State Credential Verification Form. 1 page6.RCW/WAC and Online Website Links. 1 pageImportant Social Security Number Information:You are required by state and federal law to provide a social security number withyour application. If you do not have a social security number at the time you send inthis application, please read, complete, and return this form with your application.A U.S. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) or a Canadian SocialInsurance Number (SIN) cannot be substituted.In order to process your request:Send completed applicationand other documents to:Department of HealthEMS CredentialingP.O. Box 47877Olympia, WA 98504-7877Contact us:360-236-4700To request this document in another format, call 1-800-525-0127. Deaf or hard ofhearing customers, please call 711 (Washington Relay) or email civil.rights@doh.wa.gov.DOH 530-060 June 2020
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Application Instructions ChecklistImportant background check information: Washington State law authorizes theDepartment of Health to obtain fingerprint-based background checks for licensingpurposes. This check may be through the Washington State Patrol and the FederalBureau of Investigations (FBI). This may be required if you have lived in another state orif you have a criminal record in Washington State. This would be at your own expense.All information should be handwritten clearly in blue or black ink. It is your responsibilityto submit the required forms.FF Check the appropriate box: Initial, Upgrade, Reciprocity, or Challenge.FF Check if either apply:Request for Military Training and Experience EvaluationSpouse or Registered Domestic Partner of Military PersonnelFF 1. Demographic Information:Social Security Number: You must list your social security number on yourapplication. Please call the Customer Service Center at 360-236-4700 if you do nothave one.Legal Name: List your full name: first, middle, and last.Definition of legal name: “Legal name” is the name appearing on your officialcertificate of birth or, if your name has changed since birth, on an official marriagecertificate or an order by a court. The court must have the legal authority to changeyour name. We may ask you to prove your legal name. If you use any name otherthan your legal name on this form your application may be denied.Birth date: Provide the month, day, and year of your birth.Birth place: Provide the city, state, and country you were born in.Address: List the address we should use to send any information about yourcredential. Be sure to include the city, state, zip code, county, and country. This willbe your permanent record with Department of Health until we have been notified ofa change. See WAC 246-976-144 (6) or WAC 246-976-171 (6).Phone, Fax, and Cell Numbers: Enter your phone, fax, and cell numbers.Email: Enter your email address, if you have one.Other Name(s): Indicate whether you are known or have been known under anyother names. If you have a name change, you must notify the Department of Healthin writing. You must include legal proof of this change. See WAC 246-12-300.FF 2. Personal Data Questions:All applicants must answer the same personal data questions. These are focusedon your fitness to practice the essential skills of this profession.If you answer “yes” to any questions in this section, you must provide anappropriate explanation. You must also provide the documentation listed in thenote after the questions. If you do not provide the documents, your application isincomplete and will not be processed.DOH 530-061 June 2020Page 1 of 3
Question 5 includes misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors and felonies. Youdo not have to answer yes if you have been cited for traffic infractions. Youcan obtain copies of court records through the county courthouse where theconviction, plea, deferred sentence, or suspended sentence was entered. If you have been granted certificate(s) of restoration of opportunity, pleaseprovide a certified copy of each certificate. Another jurisdiction means any other country, state, federal territory, or militaryauthority.FF 3. Education:Provide education and training information as requested and provide requireddocuments. Attach additional completed pages if you need more space.FF 4. Provider Status:Answer the questions regarding your status in this section.FF 5. NREMT Examination:Provide your national registry number and the date that you took and passed theNational Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) examination.FF 6. Other License, Certification, or Registration:List all states, including Washington, where health care provider credentials are orwere held. Specifically list credentials granted as temporary, reciprocity, exemptionor similar with type, date, grantor, and if credential is current. Attach additionalcompleted pages if you need more space.FF 7. Applicant’s Attestation:You must print your name and read the statement thoroughly to ensure youunderstand the provisions in this section. Provide the date and city you are in, andthen sign the statement. This must be complete in order for us to process yourapplication.FF 8. Applicant’s Proof of Identity:Attach to the application a current, legible photograph showing date of birth (DOB)i.e., drivers’s license photo, passport, or military ID. The photograph must be clearand the information must be legible.DOH 530-061 June 2020Page 2 of 3
For Spouses and Registered Domestic Partners of MilitaryPersonnel Being Transferred or Stationed in Washington:Under state law, if you are the spouse or state-registered domestic partner of aservicemember of any branch of the U.S. Military, to include Guard or Reserve, andare applying for a health care professional credential in this state, you may be eligibleto have the processing of your application expedited to receive your credential morequickly.Documents to submit with your application should include the following: A copy of your spouse’s or registered domestic partner’s military transfer ordersto Washington State. One of the following:-- A copy of your marriage certificate to show proof of marriage; or-- A copy of a state’s declaration or registration showing you are in a stateregistered domestic partnership with a member of the U.S. military.For Current and Former Servicemembers RequestingEvaluation of Military Training and ExperienceUnder state law, your military education, training, and experience may count towardsattaining certain civilian health care profession credentials in Washington State.Submitted information will be reviewed by the Department of Health to determinesubstantial equivalency for meeting the credentialing requirements in this state.Documents to submit with your health care professional credential application shouldinclude the following: If applicable, a copy of your DD214 Certificate of Release or Discharge fromActive Duty, Member-4 or service 2 copy, or NGB-22 for National Guard.Please note:-- A copy of your DD214 can be downloaded from the EBenefits website.-- You can request a replacement copy of your NGB-22 on theNational Archives website. Official Joint Service Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force(CCAF) Transcripts.Please note:-- JST can be sent electronically by visiting the JST website and selectingWashington State Department of Health.-- CCAF transcripts cannot be sent electronically. See the CCAF website fortranscript information.Verification of Military Experience and Training (VMET) or DD Form 2586. Seethe DoDTAP website. If applicable, application for the Evaluation of Learning Experiences DuringMilitary Service (DD Form 295). See the Military Resources website.DOH 530-061 June 2020Page 3 of 3
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Certification RequirementsThank you for applying to become an Emergency Medical Services Provider inWashington State.All applicants must submit the following:FF Completed ApplicationFF Proof of identity and age; a current, legible photograph showing date of birth (DOB)i.e., drivers’s license photo, passport, or military ID. The photograph must be clearand the information must be legible.FF Completion of the EMS Supervisor/Medical Program Director Signature Formwhich shows proof of EMS Agency association and includes recommendation bythe county medical program director.FF Other License, Certification, or Registration: Credential verifications must berequested by the applicant and submitted directly from every state.If you are applying for an initial certification: You have completed of a WashingtonState Department of Health approved course and are applying for certification for thefirst time.FF Provide a certificate of completion for a Washington State approved course at thelevel you are applying.If you are applying for paramedic certification and have completed training afterJune 30, 1996, you must have completed a program accredited by the Commissionon Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) at the time ofgraduation. Submit a copy of your course completion certificate, letter, or official orcertified transcripts from the paramedic training program. Accredited programs maybe found at http://www.caahep.org/FF Proof of a passing score on the National Registry of Emergency MedicalTechnicians (NREMT) examination.If you are applying for an upgrade: You are currently a Washington State certifiedEMS provider that has completed a higher level EMS course in this state and are nowapplying for a higher level of certification.If you are applying as a reciprocity applicant: You are applying for Washington StateEMS Provider certification based on a current EMS provider certification from anotherstate or with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.FF Proof of valid EMS certification from another state or national certifying agency approvedby the department. Send the attached EMS Verification Form to all states you have orhave previously held a healthcare credential in.FF Proof of a passing score on the National Registry of Emergency MedicalTechnicians (NREMT) examination. Examination results are valid for 12 monthsfrom the date of the examination.DOH 530-191 June 2020Page 4 of 6
If you are applying as a Challenge applicant: You are applying for certification basedon possession of a current health care provider credential and proof of educationequivalent to the knowledge and skills for the level of certification.FF Course completion documents showing education equivalent to the knowledge andskills at the EMR, EMT, or AEMT training level.FF Provide proof of a valid health care provider credential.If you are applying for a reversion: You hold an active Washington State certificationfor EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic and want to revert to a lower level of certification andmeet the recertification education requirements of the lower level certification.FF Provide a letter from the Medical Program Director stating how continuing medicaleducation requirements for the last recertification period: Traditional CME method(this requires a certification examination) or OTEP method (Ongoing Training andEvaluation Program).Examination Information:You must have passed the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians(NREMT) examination for the level of certification that you are applying for. You willhave three attempts within twelve months of completion of your course to pass theexamination.After three unsuccessful attempts, you may retake the initial EMS training course, orwithin twelve months of the third unsuccessful attempt, complete department-approvedrefresher training covering airway, medical, pediatric, and trauma topics identified below,and pass the NREMT examination. If you are applying for an EMR certification refresher training is not available. Youmust repeat the EMR course. If you are applying for an EMT certification, you must complete a 24 hour refreshercourse. If you are applying for an AEMT certification, you must complete a 36 hour refreshercourse. Pharmacology review must be included in the refresher training. If you are applying for a Paramedic certification, you must complete a 48 hourrefresher course. Pharmacology review must be included in the refresher training.Note: If you are applying by challenge you will be approved for the examination onceyour course documentation has been reviewed.Additional Information: You will be emailed a letter regarding any deficiencies if your application isincomplete. A courtesy renewal notice will be mailed to your address on record. You mustkeep your address current with us.Note: You cannot practice as emergency medical services provider until yourcertification is issued and you have EMS association.DOH 530-191 June 2020Page 5 of 6
DateStampHereInitial EMS Certification ApplicationCheck Appropriate Box: Initial Upgradec Reciprocityc Challengec ReversionCertification Level: EMR EMT AEMT Paramedicc Poison Control SpecialistSelect if either apply:c Request for Military Training and Experience Evaluationc Spouse or Registered Domestic Partner of Military Personnel1. Demographic InformationSocial Security Number (SSN) (If you do not have a SSN, see instructions)NameLastFirst Male FemaleMiddlePlace of birthBirth date (mm/dd/yyyy)CityStateCountryAddressCityStateZip CodeCountyCountryPhone (enter 10 digit #)Fax (enter 10 digit #)Cell (enter 10 digit #)Email addressMailing address (if different from above)CityStateZip CodeCountyCountryNote: The mailing and email addresses you provide will be your addresses of record. It is yourresponsibility to maintain current contact information with the department.Have you ever been known under any other name(s)? Yes NoIf yes, list name(s):Will documents be received in another name? Yes NoIf yes, list name(s):DOH 530-015 June 2020 Page 1 of 4
2. Personal Data QuestionsYes No1. Do you have a medical condition which in any way impairs or limits your ability to practice yourprofession with reasonable skill and safety? If yes, please attach explanation. “Medical Condition” includes physiological, mental or psychological conditions or disorders, suchas, but not limited to orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, epilepsy,muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, intellectual disabilities, emotionalor mental illness, specific learning disabilities, HIV disease, tuberculosis, drug addiction, and alcoholism.If you answered yes to question 1, explain:1a. How your treatment has reduced or eliminated the limitations caused by your medical condition.1b. How your field of practice, the setting or manner of practice has reduced or eliminated thelimitations caused by your medical condition.Note: If you answered “yes” to question 1, the licensing authority will assess the nature,severity, and the duration of the risks associated with the ongoing medical conditionand the ongoing treatment to determine whether your license should be restricted,conditions imposed, or no license issued.The licensing authority may require you to undergo one or more mental, physical orpsychological examination(s). This would be at your own expense. By submitting thisapplication, you give consent to such an examination(s). You also agree theexamination report(s) may be provided to the licensing authority. You waive all claimsbased on confidentiality or privileged communication. If you do not submit to arequired examination(s) or provide the report(s) to the licensing authority, yourapplication may be denied.2. Do you currently use chemical substance(s) in any way which impair or limit your ability topractice your profession with reasonable skill and safety? If yes, please explain. “Currently” means within the past two years.“Chemical substances” include alcohol, drugs, or medications, whether taken legally or illegally.3. Have you ever been diagnosed with, or treated for, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism orfrotteurism?. 4. Are you currently engaged in the illegal use of controlled substances?. “Currently” means within the past two years.Illegal use of controlled substances is the use of controlled substances (e.g., heroin, cocaine)not obtained legally or taken according to the directions of a licensed health care practitioner.Note: If you answer “yes” to any of the remaining questions, provide an explanation andcertified copies of all judgments, decisions, orders, agreements and surrenders. Thedepartment does criminal background checks on all applicants.5. Have you ever been convicted, entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or a similar plea, or hadprosecution or a sentence deferred or suspended as an adult or juvenile in any state or jurisdiction?. Note: If you answered “yes” to question 5, you must send certified copies of all courtdocuments related to your criminal history with your application. If you do notprovide the documents, your application is incomplete and will not be considered.If you have been granted certificate(s) of restoration of opportunity, pleaseprovide a certified copy of each certificate.To protect the public, the department considers criminal history. A criminal historymay not automatically bar you from obtaining a credential. However, failure to reportcriminal history may result in extra cost to you and the application may be delayedor denied.DOH 530-015 June 2020 Page 2 of 4
Yes No2. Personal Data Questions (cont.)6. Have you ever been found in any civil, administrative or criminal proceeding to have:a. Possessed, used, prescribed for use, or distributed controlled substances or legenddrugs in any way other than for legitimate or therapeutic purposes?. b. Diverted controlled substances or legend drugs?. c. Violated any drug law?. d. Prescribed controlled substances for yourself?. 7. Have you ever been found in any proceeding to have violated any state or federal law or ruleregulating the practice of a health care profession? If “yes”, please attach an explanation andprovide copies of all judgments, decisions, and agreements? . 8. Have you ever had any license, certificate, registration or other privilege to practice a health careprofession denied, revoked, suspended, or restricted by a state, federal, or foreign authority?. 9. Have you ever surrendered a credential like those listed in number 8, in connection with or toavoid action by a state, federal, or foreign authority?. 10. Have you ever been named in any civil suit or suffered any civil judgment for incompetence,negligence, or malpractice in connection with the practice of a health c
this application, please read, complete, and return this form with your application. A U.S. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) or a Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) cannot be substituted. In order to process your request: Send completed application and other documents to: Department of Health EMS Credentialing P.O. Box 47877
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