Vendor MOU required with OEMS; CAPCE accreditation accepted after MOU established
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Virginia EMS Recertification Requirements
Complete 2026 guide to CE requirements in Virginia for EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certification levels. Regulated by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS), Virginia Department of Health.
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Continuing Education Hours by Level
| Level | CE Hours | Cycle |
|---|---|---|
| EMR | 16 | 2 years |
| EMT | 40 | 2 years |
| AEMT | 50 | 2 years |
| Paramedic | 60 | 2 years |
Topic Distribution Requirements
NCCP National Component topics: Airway/Respiration/Ventilation, Cardiovascular, Trauma, Medical, Operations (10% pediatric); no state-specific mandates beyond NCCP
Accepted CE Providers
OEMS-approved courses and third-party vendors for reporting; Individual component accepts CAPCE
Important Notes
Automated recert on 1st of expiration month if CE complete; skills not required for recert (only if lapse/reentry); Virginia Intermediate (55h, non-NREMT); CAPCE/state-approved for Individual; agency protocols for State/Local
Special State Requirements
Automated recert on 1st of expiration month if CE complete; skills not required for recert (only if lapse/reentry); Virginia Intermediate (55h, non-NREMT); CAPCE/state-approved for Individual; agency protocols for State/Local
Axene Coverage Report
CE coverage analysis for Virginia
Renewal Hour Requirements & Axene Coverage
| Level | Required | Axene Hrs | Scope | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMR | 16 hrs | 76.5 hrs | BLS | ✓ SURPLUS |
| EMT | 40 hrs | 76.5 hrs | BLS | ✓ SURPLUS |
| AEMT | 50 hrs | 167.5 hrs | ALL | ✓ SURPLUS |
| Paramedic | 60 hrs | 167.5 hrs | ALL | ✓ SURPLUS |
EMR
16 hrs required · BLS
76.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSEMT
40 hrs required · BLS
76.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSAEMT
50 hrs required · ALL
167.5 hrs
✓ SURPLUSParamedic
60 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
Virginia 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.
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Requirements last verified: April 7, 2026
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State EMS Office
Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS), Virginia Department of Health
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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 Virginia
All our courses are CAPCE-accredited and meet Virginia's CE requirements. Get unlimited access with an annual subscription.