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West Virginia EMS Recertification Requirements
Complete 2026 guide to CE requirements in West Virginia for EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic certification levels. Regulated by the West Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (WVOEMS).
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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
Hazmat awareness (OSHA 1910.120, 3h), MCI/disaster mgmt (2h), annual protocol update (EMT/AEMT/Paramedic), CPR (§64 CSR 48-6.7.a.4). No jurisprudence, human trafficking, suicide, opioids, etc. found.
Accepted CE Providers
WVOEMS-approved refresher courses or NCCP; CAPCE via NREMT
Important Notes
Practical skills verification (squad/institute/MD approved courses like ACLS), continuous NREMT cert mandatory (suspension if lapsed), ImageTrend application/fees (§64 CSR 48-6.8/9), audit possible, distributive ed per NREMT/WVOEMS policy. EMR: additional Hazmat 3h, MCI 2h required. All levels: annual protocol update, skills verification, CPR required.
Special State Requirements
Practical skills verification (squad/institute/MD approved courses like ACLS), continuous NREMT cert mandatory (suspension if lapsed), ImageTrend application/fees (§64 CSR 48-6.8/9), audit possible, distributive ed per NREMT/WVOEMS policy.
Axene Coverage Report
CE coverage analysis for West 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
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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
Requirements last verified: April 7, 2026
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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.
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