Credentialing of Foreign Trained Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)

A credentialing framework has been established to ensure that all Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics trained overseas meet Singapore's standards. This framework allows qualified professionals to be officially recognised and integrated into the local emergency medical services system.

The eligibility criteria and requirements are outlined below:

Application Process

1. Download Application Forms:

   • For Paramedic and EMT Credentialing: PRM and EMT Credentialing Application Form

   • For Work Pass Renewal: PRM and EMT Work Pass Renewal Form

2. Complete the Application:

   • Fill out the appropriate application form.

   • Gather all required supporting documents.

3. Submit Your Application:

   • Email your application and documents to UPEC at PAO_enquiry@upec.sg.

4. Application Review (Credentialing only):

   • Applications are reviewed by UPEC's PEC Training Review Panel.

   • Processing time is approximately 3 to 4 weeks.

Note: Work pass renewal applications are processed administratively and do not require panel review.

PEC Training Review Panel

The PEC Training Review Panel assesses the credentials of paramedic and EMT candidates seeking employment in Singapore. The panel comprises qualified professionals recognised by UPEC, including:

• Nurses

• Paramedics

• Emergency Medicine (EM) physicians

Each panel includes at least one EM physician to ensure medical expertise in the evaluation process. The UPEC Clinical Director assigns panel members who will review your qualifications to ensure they meet Singapore's standards for emergency medical services.

List of Recognised Foreign-Trained Paramedic Qualifications

The List of Recognised Foreign-Trained Paramedic Qualifications serves as a guideline to identify training programmes that are comparable to Singapore’s standards for paramedics. These qualifications are reviewed periodically to ensure they remain aligned with evolving best practices in emergency medical services.

Applicants with qualifications from countries or programmes not included in this list are still encouraged to apply. Such applications will be reviewed by the PEC Training Review Panel to assess the comparability of their training and experience to local standards.

For applications and enquiries:

Email: PAO_enquiry@upec.sg

Related documents:

1. PRM and EMT Credentialing Application Form

2. For PRM and EMT Work Pass Renewal Application Form

3. List of Recognised Foreign-Trained Paramedic Qualification