ICEMA EMS Credentialing
Credentialing allows individuals to work within the ICEMA region (Inyo, Mono and San Bernardino counties) when they meet the established requirements.
Credentialing is available for:
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certification
- Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (EMT-P) accreditation
- Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) authorization (Administrative, Base Hospital, Critical Care Transport and Flight Nurse)
Effective August 15, 2014, EMT-Ps and MICNs will be able to download individual EMS credentials (accreditation and/or authorization cards) through the online ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal. ICEMA will provide an electronic version of the card which can be downloaded to a smart phone or printed at any time, if needed. ICEMA will continue to print and mail State EMT and AEMT certification cards on behalf of EMSA.
No, the credentialing process may be completed using any internet connected computer. You will be required to enter the application through the ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal so ICEMA strongly suggests you apply from home and upload any supporting documentation. If you do not have access to a scanner, you will receive instructions on how to submit documentation via mail, once you have applied.
Applications are accepted online through the ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal or Click Here
The portal is available twenty-four (24) hours per day and seven (7) days per week.
The new ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal has historical data on all AEMTs, EMTs, EMT-Ps and MICNs. If you currently have an ICEMA credential, or had one at any time, that account can be looked up by using your last name, birth date, and Social Security number.
If you are new to the ICEMA region and have NEVER had a credential with ICEMA, use the “Create an Account” link on the home page of the ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal or Click Here.
Use the “Forgot Username or Password” link on the home page of the ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal or Click Here.
Personal information is encrypted, protected and secure and is not used for any purpose other than to verify identity.
If you are having problems with your account, please submit a help desk ticket for assistance at https://icemapcr.hesk.com
ICEMA is located at 1425 South “D” Street in San Bernardino and is open for credentialing Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, excluding holidays.
Online payment accepts debit or credit – Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Payments sent to the office accept cashier’s check or money order payable to ICEMA.
Current fees effective 07-01-2016 are:
- Initial Certification – $145 ($75 State EMSA fee plus $70 ICEMA fee)
- Recertification – $107 ($37 State EMSA fee plus $70 ICEMA fee)
Note: If you are not currently an EMT/AEMT certified by ICEMA, you will be required to complete a Live Scan and pay the initial certification fee of $145 ($75 State EMSA plus $70 ICEMA fee).
Note: If you are employed by a public provider, changed employers and do not have a Live Scan on file with ICEMA, you will be required to complete a Live Scan and pay $145 ($75 State EMSA fee plus $70 ICEMA fee)
Current fees effective 07-01-2016 are:
- Initial is $120 for two (2) years.
- Re-verification is $70 for two (2) years
Current fee effective 07-01-2016 for authorization is $120 for two (2) years.
Do not enroll in an EMT/AEMT course until you understand how your arrest and/or conviction may affect your ability to be certified as an EMT/AEMT. There are certain crimes for which EMT/AEMT certification may never be granted to applicants. There are other crimes which require applicants to wait up to five (5) years before applying for an EMT/AEMT certificate, and other crimes for which applicants may be granted delayed, probationary or unrestricted EMT/AEMT status. Full disclosure and official documentation are required with the EMT/AEMT application. ICEMA receives DOJ/FBI notification of the results through the Live Scan process. Please contact the ICEMA office if you have additional questions or concerns.
ICEMA Reference #1070 – EMT/AEMT Incident Investigation, Determination of Action, Notification, and Administrative Hearing Process.
- Successfully complete an approved EMT/AEMT course, see the ICEMA website for a list of training locations.
- Complete a Live Scan criminal background check using the ICEMA Live Scan form.
- Print out the form from the ICEMA website under Forms/Applications.
- Take the ICEMA Live Scan form with you to a location for fingerprinting.
- Once the Live Scan process has been completed, you can apply for certification through ICEMA.
It can take up to six (6) weeks to receive the results of a background check from the DOJ and the FBI. Applicants do not have to wait to start the ICEMA application process. During the application process you will need to upload a copy of the completed Live Scan form as proof of completing the Live Scan process.
If you are certified by another certifying entity in California, you already have statewide certification so there is no need to apply with ICEMA. Please notify your certifying agency of the change in employer.
The NREMT certificate will be accepted without further testing to qualify for an EMT/AEMT certificate, but to practice in California you must also have a separate EMT/AEMT certificate issued by ICEMA or other certifying entity.
- Complete the EMT initial application online.
- Provide evidence that you completed an EMT course that meets the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements.
- Pass the National Registry exam.
- Apply for an EMT certification through ICEMA.
Apply for an EMT certification through ICEMA.
Yes, the ICEMA EMS Credentialing Portal may be used for both the initial credentialing, as well as renewals. Be sure to submit all required supporting documentation along with your online application. If you are unable to scan documents you will receive instructions on how to submit documentation via mail, once you have applied.
EMS Credentialing Contact Information:
Phone: (909) 388-5819
Email: icemacredentialing@cao.sbcounty.gov
