If a certificant allows their license to expire, and attempts to renew it 1 year after the expiration, the candidate must:

When a certificant allows their license to expire and then attempts to renew it after one year, the regulations stipulate that the certificate cannot be renewed. Instead, the individual must follow all the requirements of a new application. This is important for maintaining the integrity and standard of the certification process.

Renewal policies are designed to ensure that all practicing EMTs meet current training and competency requirements. An expired certificate indicates that the individual has not been adhering to these requirements over that period, which can include not completing the necessary continuing education hours. Therefore, the reapplication process is treated as if the candidate is entering the certification process anew, requiring them to fulfill all the prerequisites—including any training or examination—as if they were applying for the first time. This ensures that all EMS professionals are up-to-date with the latest practices and regulations in emergency medical services.