FL S1400

Revises certification requirements for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) to require passing the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians' certification examination within 2 years after course completion.

Requires paramedics to pass an examination developed or required by the department within 2 years after course completion, replacing the previous 1-year requirement.

Maintains existing requirements that EMTs hold current American Heart Association or American Red Cross cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, and paramedics hold American Heart Association advanced cardiac life support certification.

Preserves requirements that applicants certify under oath they are not addicted to alcohol or controlled substances and are free from physical or mental defects that would impair job performance.

Takes effect July 1, 2012.