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Can a minor take an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or EMT course?

April 26, 2017course emergency EMR EMT medical minor responder

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Can a minor take an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or EMT course?

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Anyone 16-1/2 years or older who meets the following criteria may register for the EMR or EMT courses: • Is currently enrolled in high school or GED program; • Has a letter of consent from a high school administrator; • Has completed the concurrent (dual) enrollment authorization form; and • Has met the identified prerequisites. Students who are 17 years of age are eligible to take EMR and EMT state exams; however, NC Office of EMS (NC OEMS) holds the credential until the 18th birthday of the individual. It is advised for students who are awaiting their 18th birthday to take EMS continuing education to ensure adequate hours and courses have been taken to fulfill recredentialling requirements.