If a medic repeats an identical CE too many times, what happens?

When a medic repeats an identical Continuing Education (CE) course too many times, only the first instance of completion is counted towards their CE requirements. This policy is in place to ensure that EMS personnel are gaining diverse knowledge and skills rather than just reiterating the same material multiple times.

The rationale behind this is to promote a more comprehensive learning experience and to encourage medics to seek out new educational opportunities that enhance their competence in the field. While the initial completion of a course is valuable, repeated completions do not contribute additional value toward CE credits, thus maintaining an equitable system for all medics pursuing their educational requirements.

This approach helps to prevent any potential misuse of the CE system and ensures that the credits earned reflect a broader range of knowledge and skill development, which is essential for effective emergency medical care.