EMS Exam Information

This information is to assist you in scheduling your EMS certification or licensing exam. All testing for ECA, EMT, Advanced EMT and paramedic certification/licensure will be done through National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians at Pearson VUE testing sites.

• All education programs and students must register with NREMT at www.nremt.org.
• Pearson VUE is a separate entity that has an agreement with NREMT to give the exams.
• The Authorization to Test (ATT) is your permission slip to contact Pearson VUE to schedule your exam.
• Coordinators should issue students an individual course completion certificate;
• Certificates are audited as needed by DSHS.
• Course completion certificate information is needed to apply with DSHS.
  • DSHS course number
  • Completion date

  Texas EMS Renewal Candidates

  Written Exam Option

  • The written exam option is still available.
  • This assessment exam will be a CBT exam as well.
  • The exam is developed for DSHS by NREMT and follows the same process for the other CBT exams.
  • Create your account, and choose assessment exam.
  • Exam results will be reported directly to DSHS.
  • Visit the NREMT webpage or call the NREMT at 614-888-4484.