What is the minimum length required for classroom instruction in an EMS CE class?

The minimum length required for classroom instruction in an EMS continuing education (CE) class is one hour. This brief duration is established to ensure that even short sessions can deliver essential information, updates on protocols, or specific skills relevant to emergency medical services.

One-hour sessions facilitate flexibility in scheduling and allow EMS professionals to complete necessary CE requirements efficiently while keeping them engaged in continuous learning without overwhelming time commitments. Longer sessions are valuable for in-depth topics but are not mandated for the basic fulfillment of CE credits.

This framework supports the requirement that EMS professionals maintain their skills and knowledge, but tailored to accommodate their often busy schedules.