Emergency Medical Service

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Prometric exam is a certification test designed to assess the knowledge and skills of individuals seeking to work as emergency medical responders, paramedics, or emergency medical technicians (EMTs). This exam is often required by healthcare regulatory bodies, employers, or licensing authorities to ensure that professionals meet the necessary standards to provide pre-hospital emergency care. It is used in countries where Prometric conducts licensing or credentialing exams, including the Middle East, such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and others

Eligibility criteria :

Title	Qualification	Experience
Intensive Care Paramedic (CCP/ICP)	Bachelor’s degree in emergency medical services/Paramedicine or equivalent (3-4 years course) / master’s degree in Critical Care Paramedicine or equivalent                         &  Valid BLS, ACLS, PALS Certificate & a Trauma Certificate (PHTLS or ITLS)	2-year experience /certification as Intensive Care Paramedic
Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP)	Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Medical Services/Paramedicine or equivalent (minimum three (3) years course duration) And Valid BLS, ACLS, PALS Certificate & a Trauma Certificate (PHTLS or ITLS)	2 year experience/certification as Advanced Care Paramedic

            Exam Format

• The exam typically consists of multiple-choice questions that evaluate both theoretical knowledge and practical applications. 
• The exam is typically computer-based and consists of multiple-choice questions.
  
  - Number of Questions: Typically ranges from 100 to 150 questions.
  - Types of Questions: Multiple-choice format.
  - Duration: Usually around 2-3 hours
  
  Purpose:
   
• To certify healthcare professionals in emergency medical services and allow them to practice as EMTs or paramedics in specific regions.
• To ensure EMS professionals meet the regulatory standards set by health authorities in countries where the exam is required.
•  Passing the exam is a prerequisite for obtaining a license to work in the EMS field in many countries, ensuring that candidates possess both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for the role.