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| 2156 Sierra Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 ~ Phone: 805.788.2511 ~ Fax: 805.788.2517 ~ Hours: Monday - Friday ~ 8:00 a.m to 5 p.m. |
| © SLO County EMS Agency 2011, 2012 Last updated 02/14/2012 |
Can I get an EMT certification if I have a misdemeanor or felony conviction? Your application for
initial EMT certification, current EMT certification or EMT recertification can be revoked, denied, suspended or put on
probation depending on the circumstances and type of conviction. Once we become aware of investigation include a
written statement from you, arrest reports and court documents. Based on criteria set by the regards to your application
for initial, recertification or current EMT Certificate. In some instances your employer will be notified of the allegation
and are given the opportunity to investigate and have input in the action taken against your EMT certification. By state
regulation the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency Medical Director shall deny or revoke an EMT certification if any
of these actions apply. The Medical Director may deny, revoke, place on probation or suspended an EMT if any of
these actions apply.
initial EMT certification, current EMT certification or EMT recertification can be revoked, denied, suspended or put on
probation depending on the circumstances and type of conviction. Once we become aware of investigation include a
written statement from you, arrest reports and court documents. Based on criteria set by the regards to your application
for initial, recertification or current EMT Certificate. In some instances your employer will be notified of the allegation
and are given the opportunity to investigate and have input in the action taken against your EMT certification. By state
regulation the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency Medical Director shall deny or revoke an EMT certification if any
of these actions apply. The Medical Director may deny, revoke, place on probation or suspended an EMT if any of
these actions apply.
Who is the EMT certifying authority in California?
EMT certification falls under the local county emergency medical services agency jurisdiction and is valid statewide.
Where do I complete my background check (Live Scan)?
The EMS Agency has the required forms and location of sites approved in San Luis Obispo County. Certification applications cannot be processed until the EMS Agency has received
your record from the Department of Justice
Do I have to be fingerprinted each time I re-certify?
Once you have completed a Live Scan background check (in which the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency is the noticed agency), you do not need to repeat this step upon
recertification in San Luis Obispo County. However, if you decide to re-certify in another county you will be required to do a new Live Scan and pay the state initial certification fee of
$75.
Do I have to submit a DMV printout each time I re-certify?
Yes.
How often do I need to re-certify?
Every two years.
Is it permissible to work with an expired EMT certification card?
No, it is against the law. There is no grace period.
If my certification has expired, can I still re-certify?
Yes, within the following parameters:
EMT certification falls under the local county emergency medical services agency jurisdiction and is valid statewide.
Where do I complete my background check (Live Scan)?
The EMS Agency has the required forms and location of sites approved in San Luis Obispo County. Certification applications cannot be processed until the EMS Agency has received
your record from the Department of Justice
Do I have to be fingerprinted each time I re-certify?
Once you have completed a Live Scan background check (in which the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency is the noticed agency), you do not need to repeat this step upon
recertification in San Luis Obispo County. However, if you decide to re-certify in another county you will be required to do a new Live Scan and pay the state initial certification fee of
$75.
Do I have to submit a DMV printout each time I re-certify?
Yes.
How often do I need to re-certify?
Every two years.
Is it permissible to work with an expired EMT certification card?
No, it is against the law. There is no grace period.
If my certification has expired, can I still re-certify?
Yes, within the following parameters:
Once the EMS Agency receives a clear background check through the Department of Justice, it will take up to 14 business days to process your certification card. If an applicant does
not have a clear background check, additional processing time will apply.
Do I have to apply in person?
All initial applications must be submit in person. Recertification applications may be submit by Email, fax or mail.
What does it cost to replace a lost or stolen card?
The fee for a replacement card is $11.00.
Do I need an EMT certification to work as an EMT if I have a California Paramedic Licence?
A California licensed Paramedic working as an EMT is not required to have an EMT card. However, If the employer or individual wants an EMT card they will be required to submit an
application packet. See EMT certification page for details.
What if I have additional questions?
Contact the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency. We are happy to answer your questions by phone, e-mail or in person.
not have a clear background check, additional processing time will apply.
Do I have to apply in person?
All initial applications must be submit in person. Recertification applications may be submit by Email, fax or mail.
What does it cost to replace a lost or stolen card?
The fee for a replacement card is $11.00.
Do I need an EMT certification to work as an EMT if I have a California Paramedic Licence?
A California licensed Paramedic working as an EMT is not required to have an EMT card. However, If the employer or individual wants an EMT card they will be required to submit an
application packet. See EMT certification page for details.
What if I have additional questions?
Contact the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency. We are happy to answer your questions by phone, e-mail or in person.
