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CPR Certification Requirements for EMTs in Wyoming


Wyoming is a unique and special state, and it’s one of the states that has recently seen a surge of support for online-based CPR certification in recent years. 

Just like any state, it’s important to know what the acceptance is for online CPR certifications. Below we’ve prepared a list of the specific approvals of ProTrainings courses for EMTs in the state of Wyoming.
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Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Wyoming



  • EMS professionals in Wyoming are required to have a Healthcare provider level CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification. 
  • The Wyoming Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services requires Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR, AED with skills evaluation component.
  • Most employers will require a Healthcare Provider level BLS/CPR.
  • For Continuing Education; Emergency Medical Responders, Paramedics, and Fire Response Individuals can claim 4 basic CE credits for BLS/CPR Certification with a practical portion.
  • CAPCE requires you to maintain a current CPR for Healthcare Providers with practical skills component.
 

Course Content


EMS Providers in Wyoming usually need a Basic Life Support(BLS/CPR) certification at the Healthcare provider level. Required skills include; Adult, child and infant CPR, AED, and use of a bag-valve mask. Some EMTs' may also need a First Aid course as well,  but this is determined by the employer.



Delivery Method

EMS Providers in Wyoming are required to do the Basic Life Support level of CPR certification for Healthcare Providers that includes a practical skills evaluation through a classroom or blended training process. 100% online CPR will only be an option upon the discretion of the employer or institution and is not accepted by the state licensing department or for continuing education credits for Emergency Medical Responders.

Some employers may require a specific type of training or may leave it up to the State’s requirement. If you are not certain of your employer's requirement, make sure to check with them about both the training type and the required course content.

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CAPCE (Commission on Accreditation for Pre-Hospital Continuing Education)

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Wyoming:

CAPCE (previously called CECBEMS) requires maintaining CPR for Healthcare Providers that includes practical skills evaluation component. As a CAPCE-accredited organization, we have multiple courses available for CE hours listed, covering ACLS, PALS, Ergonomics, Bloodborne Pathogens and others. Go to our courses page and click on sign up for CEs.

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Board Statement:

CAPCE (previously CECBEMS) recognizes that EMS providers are required to maintain certification in a number of disciplines, including:

  • BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR) 
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 

EMS providers frequently maintain these certifications simultaneously through distributive learning. There are a number of CAPCE-accredited organizations that offer these certification courses. Basic Life Support (BLS) must always include a hands-on component.

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Department of Health, Emergency Medical Services

Summary of CPR Certification Requirements for Wyoming:

The Wyoming Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services requires CPR certification that adheres to the Healthcare Provider training standards of the American Heart Association or its equivalent. The Board maintains a list of Approved Providers.

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Board Statement:

Section 3. Certified EMT Basic Continuing Medical Education Recertification Criteria. To be eligible for recertification within the certification period, the EMT Basic shall complete: 

(a) CPR certification. Regardless of the teaching agency, all CPR training must adhere to the Healthcare Provider standards of the American Heart Association or its equivalent;

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