National Registry Evolution Builds Momentum

NREMT Executive Director Bill Seifarth. Since its founding in 1970, the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) has offered the nation assurance that the men and women providing emergency treatment in the out-of-hospital setting are capable of providing the care that patients and their loved ones deserve. Following the interim direction of Drew Dawson, the NREMT named Bill Seifarth as its new executive director in August 2018. An EMS industry veteran, Seifarth brings more than 20 years of experience to the position, including leadership at both the state and federal levels, along with a background of managing several comprehensive certification programs.Additionally, Seifarth spent 13 years with the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems where he had statewide oversight of the education and licensing of EMS personnel in Maryland, as well as supported the Atlantic EMS Council in developing education and certification resources. Seifarth holds both a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science degree in Emergency Health Services from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Q: You’re taking over the reins of an organization that’s been around for nearly 50 years. What’s your vision for the next half-century of the NREMT? A: First, it is an honor and a privilege to be named the Executive Director of the National Registry. This is an amazing opportunity with awesome responsibilities. I am energized about what the future holds for the Registry and the EMS pr...
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