
EMS Personnel Licensure
All applicants are required to use the Georgia EMS License Management System (LMS) to apply for licensure as an EMS provider. The Georgia Office of EMS and Trauma uses an online platform to process all initial and renewal medic and instructor license applications. Paper applications are NOT accepted. For more information on LMS, including how to create an account or access your existing account, click HERE.
Click
HERE
to download a single-page document that explains the process to get an initial medic license in Georgia (detailed steps below).
How to Apply for an EMS Personnel License at the EMT, AEMT or Paramedic Level
All applicants MUST use the Georgia Applicant Processing Service (GAPS) for the submission of your fingerprint-based criminal history records check. The department does not accept criminal history reports from the applicant or other sources. To register and pay for your fingerprint background check, please follow these instructions: NOTE: All applicants are required to use the Georgia EMS License Management System (LMS) to apply for licensure as an EMS provider. The Georgia Office of EMS and Trauma uses an online platform to process all initial and renewal medic and instructor license applications. Paper applications are NOT accepted. For more information on LMS, including how to create an account or access your existing account, click HERE. Applicants for traditional/provisional licensure must submit the following through LMS: Applicants currently/previously licensed as a healthcare provider: In addition to the general requirements listed above, EMT applicants must complete the appropriate application in LMS: In addition to the general requirements listed above, AEMT applicants must complete the appropriate application in LMS: In addition to the general requirements listed above, AEMT applicants must: NR = National Registry of EMTs Reminder: Follow the steps listed in these documents to get fingerprinted once you have received an approval email from the GAPS system:
Fingerprint
background check instructions for Georgia Residents (or those who live near Georgia)
Fingerprint
background check instructions for out-of-state applicants
this
document
for acceptable cards)
HERE
for a blank copy of the document.
HERE
for a list of acceptable documents.
Medic
Payment Form
.
Out-of-State
Verification Form
for each license held in each state/territory.
Current Certification by NREMT
Application to Complete in LMS
Full Certification - EMT
Initial EMT License
Provisional Certification - EMT
Provisional License Application - EMT
Current Certification by NREMT
Application to Complete in LMS
Full Certification - AEMT
Initial AEMT License
Provisional Certification - AEMT
Provisional License Application - AEMT
this
document
for acceptable cards)
Current Certification by NR/ATP
Application to Complete in LMS
Full NR Certification - Paramedic
Initial Paramedic License
Provisional NR Certification - Paramedic
Provisional License Application - Paramedic
Advanced Tactical Practitioner
Initial Paramedic License
Incomplete applications will expire within 45 days of receipt by the Office of EMS and Trauma. Once an application expires, the applicant will be required to submit a new application, a new application fee, and will have to submit a new fingerprint criminal background check.
How to change your Demographics (Name/SSN/DOB/Address/Email/Etc.)
To apply for a new medic or instructor license, submit demographic changes, renew your license, or add CEUs to your profile, follow these steps:
- Go to www.mygemsis.org/lms and login (see instructions on how to access the system HERE)
- Click on Applications (if you are on a small screen like a phone, you will need to click on the menu button with 4 lines at the top left first)
- Under available applications, find the Update Demographics application and click Apply Now.
- Follow the instructions on the application and submit any required documentation.
Reciprocity Requirements
Georgia does not have a reciprocity process. However, to apply for a Georgia license you are required to have a current NREMT registration and submit an online application with the required documents listed above.
Quick Links:
- EMS Personnel certification/licensure rules are located at Georgia Administrative Code R. 511-9-2-.12.
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Page last updated 5/15/2020
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