Using The Academy

Built for life on the truck, the Academy gives EMTs and Paramedics fast, on-demand access to CME courses that fit real EMS schedules. Jump into a course between calls, on shift, or at home—pause, resume, and complete education on your time. No fluff, no wasted clicks—just quick access to relevant EMS education that counts when it’s time to recertify.

  • Once purchased on web version, utilize the Thinkific app to access courses on the go

  • All podcast episodes are available for download to create further ease of listening in poor service areas

  • All courses have quiz verification before certificate is issued to the student via their account or email

ALS Specific Courses

Built for Paramedics and advanced-level providers, this section brings together all required ALS recertification subject matter in one streamlined location. Access high-level clinical content anytime, on or off shift, and complete your hours at your pace. Focused, relevant ALS education designed to support real-world decision-making and keep your recertification on track.

BLS Specific Courses

Designed for EMTs and BLS providers, this section puts every required BLS recertification topic in one place. Access all core subject areas anytime, from anywhere. Whether you’re knocking out hours between calls or finishing your last credits before the deadline. Clear, relevant, BLS-focused education that meets recertification requirements without wasting your time.

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FAQ

  • What is a CME?

    A CME or CE stands for Continuing Medical Education. These are education courses medical providers take to maintain their certifications and to qualify for recertification.

  • What type of CME credit do you offer?

    All of the courses available on the Medic Materials CME Academy are certified for the CFR/EMR, EMT, AEMT & Paramedic levels. Each course description describes the type of credit earned.

  • Can agencies sign up for the academy?

    Yes! We offer yearly contracts to many fire department and EMS companies to provide their providers a CME platform. Email us at [email protected] for more information.

  • Is the academy free?

    It is free to sign up and browse the academy, however fees apply when purchasing courses.

  • Where can I use your CME's?

    All of the courses available through the Medic Materials CME Academy are certified as a NYS Continuing Medical Education course. This means that the credit earned here is good for all NYS EMS providers for recertification. If you are a provider outside of New York State please check with your recertification agent to see if our CME's can be counted towards your recert.

  • Pennsylvania providers!

    If you are a certified EMS provider in the state of Pennsylvania you can now utilize any CMEs via Medic Materials for your recert hours. Since these are certified through NYS, Pennsylvania will also accept these credits.

IMPORTANT RECERT UPDATES

  • New York Providers

    NYS has recently rescinded the governors executive order allowing providers to complete 100% of their recert Online. You are now required to do 50% in person & 50% online, UNLESS your agency is pre-approved for 100% online recerts.

  • Live "In Person" Zoom CMEs

    With the recent changes to the online CME usage executive order in NYS, Medic Materials will now be offering online Zoom CME classes. These classes will count towards your "In Seat" recert hours.

  • Complete Recert

    You will still be able to use Medic Materials for your entire recert as long as you attend the Live "In Person" Zoom sessions and utilize the online podcast CMEs. Or have your agency contract with us to provide your CMEs if pre-approved.

  • Independent Study

    NYS now allows individual providers without an agency association to submit their recert paperwork via CME. If you require CIC signoff on your paperwork please contact us at [email protected] & we can help you out.

  • Submission Deadline

    Be mindful that all NYS CME recertification submissions are due into the state portal NO LATER than 45 days PRIOR to your expiration date.