Become an EMT in Wyoming: Your Clear, Step-by-Step Roadmap

Ready to step into a vital role in emergency care? Wyoming offers a clear path to becoming a licensed EMT-Basic, with training, practical skills, and NREMT testing required. With How To NREMT by your side, the process is smoother, smarter, and fully supported.

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Step 1: Eligibility & CPR Requirements

Before enrolling, you need to meet these foundational criteria:

  • Age: Must be 18 years or older to apply for EMT-Basic certification
  • Education: Hold a high school diploma or GED (or be enrolled in school)
  • CPR: Possess a current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR card (AHA or equivalent with hands-on skills)
  • Background: Successfully pass a criminal background check (no major convictions)
  • Physical/Emotional Readiness: Able to perform emergency medical tasks safely

This ensures you're ready to handle both classroom challenges and real-world emergencies.

Step 2: Enroll in a WyomingApproved EMT-Basic Course

Wyoming’s EMT program follows National EMS Education Standards and is delivered through local providers:

  • Community colleges: Laramie County CC (Cheyenne), Casper College (~160 hours), Sheridan College (hybrid model)
  • EMS agencies: Ambulance services paired with community colleges
  • Other colleges: Northwest College’s EMT 1500 course, available in eastern Wyoming

These state-approved programs include classroom instruction, hands-on labs, ambulance ride-alongs, and clinical experience. The typical length is about 160 hours, combining theory and practical drills. Instructors also schedule the NREMT psychomotor exam at the end of class so you're job-ready.

Step 3: Pass the Skills Exam

In Wyoming, you still must pass a psychomotor (hands-on) exam to become a certified EMT—but it’s handled by the state, not the NREMT. Wyoming integrates the National Registry EMT practical skills exam directly into its EMT programs. You don’t need extra steps. Once your instructor verifies your competency, you can sit for the practical exam and move toward national and state certification.

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Step 4: Pass the NREMT Cognitive Exam (Updated April 2025)

The NREMT cognitive exam is your national written test, required for Wyoming licensure. As of April 2025, it’s structured into five domains and includes Technology-Enhanced Items (TEIs) to reflect modern EMS practice:

Domain Weighting
Scene Size-Up & Safety 15–19%
Primary Assessment 39–43%
Secondary Assessment 5–9%
Patient Treatment & Transport 20–24%
Operations 10–14%

TEIs include drag-and-drop, ordering, checkboxes, and image hotspots. With this update, preparing for these formats is essential, How To NREMT offers plenty of TEI-focused practice and realistic mock exams.

Step 5: Apply for Wyoming EMT License

Once you’ve passed both exams, you can apply for your Wyoming EMT license via the State EMS Online Licensing Portal:

1. Create or log in to your account

2. Complete the online application and upload:

  • NREMT EMT certification
  • Course completion documentation
  • BLS CPR card

3. Submit background check (if not already completed during class)

4. Await approval—the state doesn’t charge initial licensure fees

Once processed, you receive your EMT-Basic license and are ready to work with EMS teams anywhere in Wyoming.

National vs. Wyoming EMT-Basic Requirements

Requirement National (NREMT) Wyoming (State)
Minimum Age Varies 18+ to be certified
Education HS diploma/GED recommended HS diploma, GED, or enrolled in school
CPR Certification Healthcare Provider BLS (in-person) Same – must include skills test
EMT Course State-approved following NHTSA standards Wyoming-approved (~160 hrs)
Psychomotor Exam Phased out Completed within class with NREMT practical exam
Cognitive Exam NREMT written exam (Pearson VUE) Same required
Background Check Varies by state Required
State Application N/A Online via the Wyoming EMS portal

Step 6: Maintain Your License – Continuing Education

Certification runs for two years. Renewal requires 40 hours of continuing education, split into national, state-specific, and personal education components. You must complete these before your license expires to stay active.

How To NREMT Helps You Succeed

Our platform gives you all the tools to pass both exams and launch your EMT career:

  • 10-Step EMT study plan aligned with the new NREMT format
  • Over 2,000 practice questions, including TEIs
  • Realistic mock exams simulating the actual test experience
  • Live Zoom tutoring sessions with experienced EMT tutors
  • AI-powered NREMT tutor (“Mr. How To”)available on-demand 24/7
  • Flashcards, training videos, and progress tracking

We make sure you're not just studying; you’re understanding, applying, and building the confidence to pass on the first try. Learn more about our full-access membership.

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