EMRCERTNATIONAL STANDARD EMR TRAININGNational standard emergency medical responder
40 hours of flexible online Emergency Medical Responder education, built around the national curriculum. Complete hands-on skills with your department’s training officer.
The national EMR program
Designed for first responders in public safety, emergency services, and workplace response roles. The online course follows the National Emergency Medical Responder education curriculum and covers the fundamentals of assessing and managing emergencies.
Training requirements and recognition can vary by state or sponsoring agency. Verify local requirements before enrolling.
How it works
The course is designed to support department-led hybrid training without requiring you to attend our live classroom sessions.
Work through the national EMR curriculum at your own pace, with topic-based presentations and quizzes.
Your department training officer coordinates the hands-on session using the provided skill sheets.
Complete the required practical session and maintain Healthcare Provider CPR certification. Confirm documentation with your sponsor.
Inside the program
Explore the 21 course topics, from EMS systems and patient assessment to medical emergencies, trauma, special populations, and EMS operations.
Scope of practice and authorization depend on applicable state and local requirements.
Ready to begin?
Start the 40-hour online course through MedConEd. Practical skills and CPR are completed separately.
Enrollment is completed on MedConEd. New students create an account; existing students sign in and continue to payment.
Frequently asked questions
No. CPR is required for successful program completion but is not included in the online course. Students are responsible for maintaining the appropriate Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
Hands-on sessions are completed through your department’s training officer. Skill sheets are provided with the course.
Coursework completion documentation does not by itself establish full EMR certification. Practical skills and CPR requirements must also be met. Your department or sponsor should confirm the appropriate final documentation.
The online course is organized into individual topics with presentations and quizzes. Students progress through the learning activities in sequence.
No. National Registry certification, where pursued, involves separate eligibility, examination, and other requirements. Check directly with the National Registry and your state EMS office.
Yes. Contact us about group enrollments and purchase-order arrangements.