EMT in Nevada

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for NV. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$38,980

trending_down -5.7% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Nevada.

engineering

1,390

Jobs (NV)

monitoring Strong

+5.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$149

Licensing fees

schedule

3-6 months

Time to complete

route How to become an emt in Nevada

To become a certified EMT in Nevada, individuals must complete a state-approved EMT training program and pass the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams. The primary licensing body is the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health, EMS Office, though Clark County has its own certification process through the Southern Nevada Health District. A fingerprint-based background check and a current CPR card are also required, and applicants must be at least 18 years old. Nevada offers reciprocity with all 50 states and the NREMT, with specific requirements depending on the applicant's current certification status.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $27,950

25th percentile $35,570

50th (median) $38,980

75th percentile $47,100

90th (experienced) $56,560

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Nevada. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Nevada requirements

Licensing body	Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health, EMS Office
State license	Required
Education	State-approved EMT training program and High School Diploma/GED.
Exam	NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams ($104)
Application fee	$45
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	24.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Must be at least 18 years old. Requires fingerprint-based background check. EMTs in Clark County are certified by the Southern Nevada Health District, while those in other parts of the state are certified by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health. Both jurisdictions have reciprocity but require their own application process. New expiration dates for certifications correspond with the provider's date of birth, not to exceed a two-year period, effective September 1, 2023. A current CPR card is also required.

Source: Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health, EMS Office

workspace_premium Nevada license tiers

Nevada offers multiple tiers of emt licensing:

Tier	Hours required
EMR	N/A
EMT	N/A
AEMT	N/A
Paramedic	N/A

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10-year growth

+5.1%

Faster than average

Annual openings

14,100

Nationwide per year

Total employment

181,000

Nationwide

balance Is it worth it?

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check_circleStrong 10-year job growth (+5.1%)

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get certified as an emt in Nevada? expand_more

The path to emt licensure in Nevada: complete the required education (State-approved EMT training program and High School Diploma/GED.), pass the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams, and submit your application ($45 fee).

Do I need a license to work as an emt in Nevada? expand_more

You cannot practice as an emt in Nevada without a state license from Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public and Behavioral Health, EMS Office. The required exam is the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams.

How much does an emt make in Nevada? expand_more

The median emt salary in Nevada is $38,980 per year. — 6% under the $41,340 national average. New emts start around $27,950; seasoned professionals can reach $56,560.

What are the fees to become an emt in Nevada? expand_more

Between exam fee ($104) and application fee ($45), expect to invest around varies in total to get started.

What's the timeline to become an emt in Nevada? expand_more

The typical timeline in Nevada is 3-6 months. This includes completing education, gaining any required experience, and passing the licensing exam.

How many CE hours do emts need in Nevada? expand_more

License renewal in Nevada requires completing 24.0 hours of continuing education on a 2.0-year cycle.