EMS: License and Certification Information

EMS

This page contains links to license/certification information for current and prospective Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services (EMS) practitioners and Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs), including the application and renewal process.

E-Licensing account

Practitioner permits, certifications, and licenses

  • EMS License Application Information
  • EMS Licensing Renewal Information
  • Reciprocity – EMS personnel licensed or who have received education and training in states and territories other than Wisconsin may be eligible for EMS licensure in Wisconsin.
  • RN/PA/MD/DO Equivalency – A physician, physician assistant or a registered nurse may take the place of any EMT at any service level provided he or she is trained and competent in all skills, medications and equipment used by that level of EMT in the pre-hospital setting and provided he or she is approved by the service medical director. Learn more.

Instructors

EMS Instructor Information

Education information

Service licenses

Information for licensed/certified EMS personnel

EMS Patch Information – Need to order an EMS Patch? This page will show you how.

Laws that govern EMS

Glossary

 
Last revised May 15, 2025