DATE: November 5, 2007
SUBJECT: First Responder Program Equivalency
TO: Pennsylvania EMS Organizations & Personnel
FROM: Bureau of Emergency Medical Services

Individuals who successfully complete the following programs, in addition to possessing a current, valid professional level CPR card/certificate approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, have been determined to meet the regulatory requirements for an Ambulance Attendant and are eligible to challenge the Pennsylvania First Responder certification examination process:

1. American Red Cross Emergency Response

2. American Safety and Health Institute First Responder Program with additional PA Modules

3. National Ski Patrol Outdoor Emergency Care Course

4. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons First Responder with additional PA Modules

Please forward any questions regarding this matter to jenglert@state.pa.us.