If an applicant re-certifies by examination and fails, which option will be available?

When an applicant has undergone re-certification by examination but does not pass, the option of retesting is available. This means the applicant can take another attempt at the examination, but they are required to submit a new application specifically for the retest.

This process is important as it allows the applicant to engage with the material again and demonstrate their knowledge and skills. It ensures that all continuing education and proficiency standards are upheld in the field of emergency medical services. The requirement to submit a retest application sets it apart from simply continuing under one's previous status, as it acknowledges the formal process involved in re-evaluation.

The other options presented do not align with the underlying protocol for re-certification through examination. Selecting another renewal option would not be possible after failing the exam, as the examination is specifically tied to that cycle of certification. Providing continuing education hours may only apply if a current license is in good standing, which is typically not the case after failing the examination. Additionally, mandating a recertification course, regardless of current license status, does not reflect the structured procedures surrounding examination failures, as these courses usually follow different criteria and timelines.