Welcome to Registry Insider

Registry Insider is the new vodcast from the National Registry of EMTs. Hosted by CEO and Executive Director Bill Seifarth, Registry Insider gives you insight, news, and in-depth conversations on a multitude of topics from the National Registry and the EMS industry. With new episodes every week, Registry Insider will keep you informed!  Available on our YouTube channel and the National Registry’s website.

Episode 28: BLS Examination Update

The National Registry is updating its BLS Certification Exam to reflect the latest knowledge and skills expected of EMTs and EMRs. The new BLS examinations for EMR and EMT will launch April 7, 2025.

The latest episode of the Registry Insider podcast provides an in-depth look at this update, highlighting the comprehensive process used to ensure the exam remains relevant and fair. Key changes include a stronger emphasis on assessment skills, underscoring the vital role of patient evaluation in EMS. The episode also addresses questions about passing rates, assuring listeners that the exam will continue to uphold a consistent standard of competence. For those interested in shaping the future of EMS testing, the podcast explains how to volunteer for panels that review exam content.

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Episode 27:  Exam Security In this episode we dive deep into the importance of exam security. Play Episode

Episode 26:  Best of 1 thru 10 Relive the best moments from our first 10 episodes of the Registry Insider podcast! Play Episode

Episode 25:  EMS Research Fellowship Dive into the fascinating world of EMS Research Fellowship with Jonathan Powell. Play Episode

Episode 24:  Psychometrics 101 In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of psychometrics with experts from the National Registry. Play Episode

Episode 23:  Psychometric Myths In this episode, we unravel the myths and misconceptions surrounding National Registry examinations. Play Episode

Episode 22:  Violence in EMS In this episode, we dive into the shocking reality of violence in EMS. Play Episode

Episode 21:  The Preceptor Project In this episode, we explore the importance of preceptors in shaping the future of EMS. Play Episode

Episode 20:  Simulation In EMS In this episode, we discuss the evolving role of simulation in EMS education. Play Episode

Episode 19:  Preshospital Guidelines Consortium In this episode, Bill Seifarth, interviews Dr. Christian Martingale, President of the Prehospital Guidelines Consortium (PGC) Play Episode

Episode 18:  CAPSE In this episode, we discuss the role of the Commission for Accreditation of Pre-Hospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) in today’s EMS world. Play Episode

Episode 17:  EMS Accreditation In this episode we discuss the significance of accreditation in EMS education and explore how accreditation has evolved. Play Episode

Episode 16:  Understanding The Purpose and Importance of the EMS Compact In this episode we discuss EMS Compact and explore the transformative impact of interstate agreements on EMS licensure. Play Episode

Episode 15:  The History of EMS with Donnie Woodyard Take a journey through the history of EMS, uncovering the milestones and moments that shaped the emergency medical services we know today. Play Episode

Episode 14:  Medical Directors Continued Competency We explore the importance of ongoing training, innovative education, and collaboration to ensure high-quality patient care. Play Episode

Episode 13:  The NAEMT Learn more about the NAEMT, their mission, and advocacy for the EMS profession and clinicians. Play Episode

Episode 12:  EMS & Mental Health Service We discuss the need for crisis intervention, culturally competent mental health support, and peer support systems for EMS professionals. Play Episode

Episode 11:  Examination Development Life Cycle Bill Seifarth and Dr. Paul Rosenberger discuss the National Registry's exam development process and the role of EMS experts. Play Episode

Episode 10:  Challenges Facing EMS Educators & Solutions For Those Issues The panel discusses the challenges facing EMS educators and education programs. Play Episode

Episode 9:  Clinical Judgment The panel discusses Clinical Judgment, including what it is, why it is important in EMS. Play Episode

Episode 8:  BLS Practice Analysis This episode overviews the recent BLS practice analysis for EMR and EMT and its impact on future examinations. Play Episode

Episode 7:  What's on the horizon at the National Registry? This episode covers the future of the National Registry and upcoming EMS certification initiatives. Play Episode

Episode 6:  LIFE Study This episode explains the Longitudinal Inquiry into Fire and EMS Study (LIFE) and its potential benefits for EMS and fire communities. Play Episode

Episode 5:  Continued Competency This episode overviews what is the continued competency initiative and what it means for the broader EMS community. Play Episode

Episode 4:  Challenges at the state EMS office This episode discusses the current challenges facing State EMS offices in their regulatory role.  Play Episode

Episode 3:  EBGs and the National Registry This episode overviews the role that evidence-based guidelines are playing with the National Registry’s examinations, as well as with continued competency   Play Episode

Episode 2:  Passing the National Registry Examination How do you prepare your students to be successful with the National Registry examinations?   Play Episode

Episode 1:  ALS Redesign - What is it? Why are we doing it?  This episode overviews the what and why behind the new AEMT and Paramedic certification examinations.  Play Episode

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