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The Yolo County EMS Agency (YEMSA) certifies and renews Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in accordance with Division 2.5 of the California Health and Safety Code and Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations. EMT certifications issued by Yolo County are valid and recognized throughout the state of California. For step-by-step guidance on becoming a California-certified EMT through Yolo County, please refer to the information below.

Important Reminders – Please Read Carefully

•  📋 Review the Checklist: Please read the application checklist thoroughly before starting the online submission process.
  
  
•  📂 Prepare Your Documents: Before beginning the online application, ensure all required documents and certifications are scanned and ready for upload.
  
  
•  🕵️ Fingerprinting Delays: We are currently experiencing delays in receiving DOJ and FBI fingerprinting results. No applications can be processed until results are received.
  
  
•  ⏳ Processing Time: All applications require up to ten (10) business days to process. This timeline cannot be expedited, and you may not practice if your certification or accreditation has expired.  Business hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  
  
•  📧 Submission Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email from SeamlessDocs, not YEMSA, after submitting your application.
  
  
•  ✅ Maintain Active Certification/Accreditation: To remain certified or accredited through YEMSA, you must keep all required certifications (e.g., CPR, ACLS, PALS) current and submit your renewal application before your expiration date.
  
  
•  📨 Update Your Contact Info: YEMSA must be notified in writing within 30 days of any changes to your mailing address or contact information. [See link below.]

Paramedic Accreditation

Initial

• The Paramedic Orientation Registration and Initial Accreditation Application are combined into a single, streamlined process completed through SeamlessDocs. The online application link can be found below.  Please note: You must submit your application before you can attend a Paramedic Orientation session.

  Orientations are held via Zoom, and use of a functioning camera is required for the duration of the session. To apply and register, simply click the application link below and follow the instructions. A confirmation email will be sent on the next business day after your application is received.

• Paramedic Initial Accreditation Process Policy
• Initial Paramedic Application CHECKLIST (Recommended)
  • Initial Paramedic ONLINE Application Link - **Use Google Chrome to complete the online application. Other browsers may not be fully compatible.  You will receive a submission confirmation from SeamlessDocs, not directly from YEMSA.  Reminder: Applications take ten (10) business days to process.***

• Paramedic Reaccreditation Process Policy
• Paramedic Infrequent Skills Verification form
• Paramedic Intubation Verification form
• Renewing Paramedic Application CHECKLIST (Recommended)
  • Renewing Paramedic ONLINE Application Link - **Use Google Chrome to complete the online application. Other browsers may not be fully compatible.   You will receive a submission confirmation from SeamlessDocs, not directly from YEMSA.  Processing time is up to ten (10) business days, so plan accordingly. This timeline cannot be expedited, and you are not permitted to practice with an expired accreditation.**

Additional Policies

Additional Policies can be found in our YEMSA Policies Section as noted below:

• Certification Section: Paramedic Scope of Practice, Paramedic Accreditation Actions
• Service Provider Section: Paramedic 5 Call Evaluation Forms, Paramedic Field Training Officer Forms, Paramedic Preceptor Forms

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification

Initial

Please Note:  This information applies to individuals seeking Initial Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification who are not currently certified as an EMT in the State of California through any local EMS agency (LEMSA).  EMT certification is valid statewide in California, and you may apply through any County or Local EMS Agency (LEMSA).  However, it is strongly recommended that you apply for certification in the county where you are employed or intend to work. This ensures you receive important updates regarding local policies, protocols, and any changes that may impact your responsibilities.  All EMTs are required to be familiar with and follow the policies and protocols of the county in which they provide service.

• Initial EMT Application CHECKLIST (Recommended Reading)
• Fingerprinting/Live Scan Locations
  • Must use this form Yolo County EMS DOJ Live Scan Form (Print 2 Copies) no substitutes are accepted.
•  EMT Initial Certification Process Policy
• Initial EMT ONLINE APPLICATION Link  **Use Google Chrome to complete the online application. Other browsers may not be fully compatible.  You will receive a submission confirmation from SeamlessDocs, not directly from YEMSA.  Reminder: Applications take ten (10) business days to process and cannot be rushed.***

Application processing may take up to ten (10) business days. Our business days are M-F 8 am-5 pm.  We are currently experiencing delays with DOJ & FBI results.  We cannot process any applications until fingerprinting results are received.

Effective July 1, 2019, recertifying EMTs must include CE Certificate or EMT Refresher Course that states training on “epi, naloxone and glucometer” on the certificates.

• EMT Recertification Process Policy
• EMT CE Requirement Policy
• EMT Skills Competency Verification Form (Version SCV 01/17)
• Important: Transcripts MUST be sent directly from the institution to YEMSA. 
•  Renewing EMT Application CHECKLIST (Recommended)
• Note: A new set of fingerprints is not required unless you are renewing and switching to YEMSA, or unless we specifically request them.
• Renewing EMT ONLINE Application Link **Use Google Chrome to complete the online application. Other browsers may not be fully compatible.   You will receive a submission confirmation from SeamlessDocs, not directly from YEMSA.  Processing time is up to ten (10) business days, so plan accordingly. This timeline cannot be expedited, and you are not permitted to practice with an expired certification.**

Additional Policies

Additional Policies can be found in our YEMSA Policies Section as noted below:

• Certification Section: EMT Scope of Practice, EMT Certification Actions
• Service Provider Section: Optional Scope Skills and Actions

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Certification

• Fingerprinting/Live Scan Locations
  • Must use this form Yolo County EMS DOJ Live Scan Form (Print 2 Copies) no substitutes are accepted.

Initial

• EMR Initial Certification Process Policy
• Initial EMR Application CHECKLIST (Recommended)
  • Initial EMR ONLINE Application Link **Use Google Chrome to complete the online application. Other browsers may not be fully compatible.  You will receive a submission confirmation from SeamlessDocs, not directly from YEMSA.  Reminder: Applications take ten (10) business days to process and cannot be rushed.***

• EMR Recertification Process Policy
• EMR Skills Competency Verification Form
• Renewing EMR Application CHECKLIST (Recommended)
  • Renewing EMR ONLINE Application Link **Use Google Chrome to complete the online application. Other browsers may not be fully compatible.   You will receive a submission confirmation from SeamlessDocs, not directly from YEMSA.  Processing time is up to ten (10) business days, so plan accordingly. This timeline cannot be expedited, and you are not permitted to practice with an expired certification.**

Additional Policies

Additional Policies can be found in our YEMSA Policies Section as noted below:

• Certification Section: EMR Scope of Practice, EMR Certification Actions

Other Forms

Please use Chrome browser to complete online forms.

• Change of Name Form
• Change of Address Form
• Duplicate Card Request Form
• YEMSA Fee Schedule