NREMT Communiqué. In This Issue EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER (EMR) AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) EXAMS LAUNCH. Lauren Stoecklein.

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Lauren Stoecklein To: Joann Freel Subject: RE: NREMT Communique - January 2012 NREMT Communiqué EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER (EMR) AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) EXAMS LAUNCH January 2012 In

1 Lauren Stoecklein To: Joann Freel Subject: RE: NREMT Communique - January 2012 NREMT Communiqué EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER (EMR) AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) EXAMS LAUNCH January 2012 In This Issue EMR and EMT Exams Launch NREMT Cards Updated Scheduling Group Testing On January 1, the NREMT launched National EMS Certification examinations for the EMR and EMT levels. These examinations reflect content outlined in the National EMS Education Standards and National Scope of Practice model. Candidates who successfully pass their EMR and EMT certification examinations do not need to complete transitions previously outlined by the NREMT. Board Seeks Educator Applications Executive Director Search Upcoming Webinars Quick Updates Share NREMT Communiques The proper post nominal notations for the Scope of Practice Model provider levels are: NREMR - Emergency Medical Responder NREMT - Emergency Medical Technician NRAEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician NRP - Paramedic The recommended placement is following an educational notion: John Q. Smith, BS, NREMT. US Trademark applications were filed by the National Registry for each of these notations and they can be used by Nationally Certified EMS providers as long as they hold a current, valid certification. NREMT CERTIFICATION CARDS UPDATED FOR

National EMS Certification cards have been updated for 2012. Please note the changes - all horizontal bands on the card are blue.

2 National EMS Certification cards have been updated for Please note the changes - all horizontal bands on the card are blue. The lettering within NREMT logo and the phrase 'National EMS Certification' are the only items in red. The provider level will reflect the current level of the EMS provider - First Responder, EMR, EMT-Basic, EMT, Intermediate/85, AEMT, Intermediate/99, EMT-Paramedic. SCHEDULING GROUP TESTING AT PEARSON VUE TEST CENTERS During the NREMT's initial transition from pencil-paper examinations to computerbased testing and web-based scheduling, some education programs inquired about "group testing." Group testing is when a program director establishes examination reservations for an entire class or group of candidates. In 2010, when the NREMT negotiated the renewal of our contract with Pearson VUE, we agreed to implement two service charges for non-standard scheduling in order to keep examination fees the same for everyone else. These charges focus on scheduling examinations by phone ($10.00 per call) and cancelling or rescheduling appointments ($25.00 per incident). The new service charges require behavior modification by applicants compared to past practices. The NREMT has well publicized these changes. They allow examination fees for the vast majority of candidates to remain at the same level they have been since the launch of CBT exams in 2007 and through the end of the current contract in Each Pearson VUE reservation is a seat held for an "individual candidate" and not a group of unidentified candidates. Because group reservations are completed by 2

3 phone, the fee of $10.00 per individual applies. Example: if 10 people want to test as a group and hold ten seats where no other Pearson VUE customer can use that seat, there will be a service charge of $ for the group. It is important to realize that if groups have candidates who subsequently cancel or reschedule their appointments, the individual candidates will be responsible for the service charges, just as if they had scheduled an individual appointment themselves. If a candidate is a 'No Show' for his or her scheduled appointment, all examination and service charges are forfeited. Should a 'group' candidate need to have his or her appointment cancelled or rescheduled, the $25.00 cancellation/rescheduling service charge will need to be paid before the change can be completed. It is our desire to alert those who wish to continue group scheduling of these service charges. Reminder: One benefit of Computer Based Testing (CBT) is it allows each individual to establish his or her own appointment time [when they feel they are prepared]. Group scheduling can only be done through Pearson VUE, with the payment of the relevant fees. If your program desires to test all candidates as a "group," you will need to contact Pearson VUE directly at The NREMT staff does not schedule candidates and will no longer facilitate group testing. NREMT BOARD OF DIRECTORS SEEKS EMS EDUCATOR APPLICATIONS The National Registry of EMTs (NREMT), the Nation's EMS Certification, announces an open At-Large EMS Educator position on their Board of Directors. Interested educators should have active experience in EMS education, local and national-level EMS leadership experience, and previous involvement in NREMT activities is desirable. The Registry is currently part of the EMS licensure process in 46 States and all branches of the US Military. The NREMT examines about 130,000 EMS personnel annually. The mission of the NREMT is to help protect the public by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skills required for competent practice required by EMS professionals throughout their careers and by maintaining a registry of certification status. Board membership requires attendance at two meetings per year (a one-day meeting in June and a two-day meeting in November, usually in Columbus, OH) as well as committee work, including additional meetings and conference calls. The NREMT Board of Directors develops national registration/certification policies and procedures and oversees the mission of the Registry. Those interested in serving on the Board should send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to Jimm Murray, Nominations Committee Chairman, NREMT, P.O. Box 3

4 29233, Columbus, OH by April 15, The Nominations Committee will prepare a slate of candidates from responses received, and one new EMS Educator will be elected to a four-year term by the full Board of Directors at the June meeting. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH COMMENCES The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) is looking for an outstanding individual with visionary leadership and management skills to become its next Executive Director. The outgoing Executive Director is retiring after 25 years of service in this position. The NREMT invites applications from candidates with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree (graduate degree preferred) and the abilities and experience described in the Executive Director Profile located on the NREMT website. The Executive Director is responsible to lead The Nation's EMS Certification. The ideal candidate will have a background in EMS and experience in leadership, organizational vision, examination development, budget preparation and management. The successful candidate must relocate to Columbus, Ohio. Compensation and benefits are negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested candidates should refer to the Executive Director Profile for further information. UPCOMING NREMT WEBINARS The NREMT will continue to offer informational webinars in All sessions will be held at 2:00pm Eastern time and recorded for replay on our website. Register to join the sessions by using the links below: Tuesday, February 21: Outcomes from the NREMT Research Program Tuesday, March 20: TBA (send your suggestions to heidi@nremt.org ) Tuesday, April 17: Tips for Success - former Program Directors thoughts on preparing your students for success on NREMT certification exams QUICK UPDATES The Spring 2012 Newsletter is nearly complete - watch for your copy in early March --- Learn where exam questions come from, the progress on the paramedic psychomotor competency package, new Board members, new 4

5 staff members, EMS week and Human trafficking Lisa Gonzales-Weldon has joined the NREMT Staff as an Examination Coordinator The NREMT will be searching for a new Research Director - details will be included in the next communique. We wish to thank Dr. Greg Gibson for his contributions to EMS Research during his time with us. Meet NREMT Staff at the following events: EMS Today (Baltimore, MD); PA EMS Update (Seven Springs, PA); SC Emergency Care Symposium (Myrtle Beach, SC) SHARE NREMT COMMUNIQUES! Information contained in NREMT Communiques can be a resource for all EMS instructors and EMS community members. Please share this information with them and suggest they sign (using the Join link below) to receive future NREMT Communiques. Join our Mailing List! NREMT Commuiques are available to the entire EMS Community! Forward this Communique to a friend and suggest they sign up. Forward This was sent to joann.freel@naemse.org by heidi@nremt.org Update Profile/ Address Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe Privacy Policy. National Registry of EMTs P.O. Box Columbus OH

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