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URGENT: The State of California has changed the EMT Certification Regulations effective July 1, 2010.
- The EMS Authority has establish a central registry of EMT certification data;
The regulations affect new and recertifying EMTs. All applicants for initial EMT certification must complete both a California DOJ Live Scan and an FBI Live Scan. Recertifying EMTs only need to complete the DOJ and FBI Live Scans if they are changing to a new certifying agency.
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The Emergency Medical Services Authority has developed a specialty license plate to honor and recognize EMS professionals in California. Creating a specialty plate will support and recognize healthcare professionals who work in the emergency setting. These plates will also increase the visibility of EMS in California. Click here for more information. |
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