The Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) exam is tailored for paramedics aspiring to work in or already engaged with air medical transport services. Rather than focusing solely on specific programs or patient demographics, it demands a profound understanding of diverse transport environments, spanning urban and austere operations. Mastery of advanced patient care pathophysiology, coupled with proficiency in standards such as ACLS, PALS, NALS, ITLS, and industry accreditation, is essential for success. Unlike entry-level assessments, the FP-C exam evaluates seasoned paramedics’ aptitude in critical care intervention across various transportation modalities, including ground ambulance, helicopter, aircraft, and marine/boats. The FP-C certification targets licensed or certified paramedics specializing in air medical critical care practice, acknowledging their expertise in prolonged field care in urban and austere settings.
FP-C Recertification
Recertification options for the Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) credential include the following:
Complete the required continuing education (CE) credits
- These recertification options ensure the certificate maintains competency and compliance with the domains listed on the Detailed Content Outline for the certification. Retaking the exam and or providing approved continuing education hours ensures compliance and continued competency are met.
Eligibility Requirements for Recertification
Hold an unrestricted license or certificate to practice as a paramedic - Complete an approved examination application
- Submit a paramedic license or certification for verification and approval
- Any restriction(s) must be reported to the IBSC
- Complete and submit 100 approved continuing education (CE) credits
- Pay the required recertification fees
eLearning Model: TAM-P Program
Online or In-Person: The course consists of an interactive PowerPoint presentation that is self-paced or instructor lead and includes quizzes after each session.
IBSC In-Person: Approved Flight Paramedic Review Course Certificate: 20 CEUs
- Introduction to Tactical & Austere Medicine
- Care Under Fire
- Massive Hemorrhage Management
- Airway Management
- Respiratory Management
- Circulatory Management
- Head Injury & Hypothermia Management
- Triage Considerations
- Security Response Considerations
- Evacuation Care
- Environmental Emergencies Pt.1 Heat & Cold Injuries
- Environmental Emergencies Pt. 2 Allergic Reaction
- Environmental Pt. 3: Inhalation & Electrical Injuries
- Advanced Airway Management Pt. 1
- Advanced Airway Management Pt. 2
- Acid-Base Balance & Ventilator Management
- Advanced Cardiology Pt. 1
- Advanced Cardiology Pt. 2
- Flight Physiology & Gas Laws
- Ballistic, Blast, and Less Lethal Injuries
- Torso Trauma
- Head, Neck, and Spinal Injuries
- Musculoskeletal, Soft Tissue, and Burns
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course
Northwest Health & the MAAC Team Up to Offer Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Course
Individuals interested in a career as an emergency medical technician (EMT) need look no further for a local training opportunity. Northwest Health is offering the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course at the MAAC training campus located at 4203 Montdale Park Drive in Valparaiso, Indiana! The class will begin August 10th, 2026 and run until December 10th.
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