Each course requires medical director approval; CAPCE accreditation alone does not guarantee acceptance
⚠ Axene covers most requirements — see gaps below
Florida EMS Recertification Requirements
Complete 2026 guide to CE requirements in Florida for EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certification levels. Regulated by the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight.
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Continuing Education Hours by Level
| Level | CE Hours | Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| EMR | 16 | 2 years |
| EMT | 30 | 2 years |
| AEMT | 50 | 2 years |
| Paramedic | 30 | 2 years |
Topic Distribution Requirements
2 hours pediatric emergencies (within 30 hrs refresher); CPR (EMT); ACLS (Paramedic)
Accepted CE Providers
Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight approves providers listed in CEBroker; medical director affirmation per 64J-1.008(2)(a), 64J-1.009(2)(a) FAC
Important Notes
30-hr DOH-approved refresher course or medical director affirmation; CE tracked via CEBroker; first renewal exempt from CE EMR/AEMT hours not specified by state; using NREMT NCCP. EMT/Paramedic: 30h refresher includes 2h pediatric + CPR/ACLS.
Special State Requirements
30-hr DOH-approved refresher course or medical director affirmation (FAC 64J-1.008(2)(a), 64J-1.009(2)(a)); CE tracked via CEBroker; no skills verification mentioned for recert; first renewal exempt from CE
Axene Coverage Report
CE coverage analysis for Florida
Renewal Hour Requirements & Axene Coverage
| Level | Required | Axene Hrs | Scope | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMR | 16 hrs | 76.5 hrs | BLS | ✓ SURPLUS |
| EMT | 30 hrs | 76.5 hrs | BLS | ✓ SURPLUS |
| AEMT | 50 hrs | 167.5 hrs | ALL | ✓ SURPLUS |
| Paramedic | 30 hrs | 167.5 hrs | ALL | ✓ SURPLUS |
EMR
16 hrs required · BLS
76.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSEMT
30 hrs required · BLS
76.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSAEMT
50 hrs required · ALL
167.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSParamedic
30 hrs required · ALL
167.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSBLS scope: 80 courses / 76.5 hrs. ALL scope: 173 courses / 167.5 hrs.
Axene Course Library
59
Medical
~58 hrs
39
Trauma
~39 hrs
37
Operations
~35 hrs
20
Cardiology
~19 hrs
18
Airway
~18 hrs
Universal Mandates (All States)
10% Pediatric Content (NCCP)
Varies by level
Diversity, Equity & Cultural Competency CE RequirementsNot Covered
Florida mandates specific continuing education in cultural competency, health equity, and/or implicit bias for EMS providers. Axene CE does not currently offer courses that satisfy this requirement.
Domestic violence (2h/6yr) + Human trafficking (1h one-time)
Requirements last verified: April 7, 2026
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Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Axene Continuing Education, LLC offers CEUs for EMS providers in most states. Continuing education requirements vary by state and may change. Users are responsible for verifying requirements with their agency and/or state EMS office, including whether specific courses are required for the local/state NREMT component. Where specific education is not mandated, required hours are considered flexible but must be directly related to EMS patient care. We do our best to keep information current — please check with your state EMS representative for the most up-to-date recertification information.
Axene CE is Accepted in Florida
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