The NHAEMT is proud of the work we do and our heritage. The New Hampshire Association of EMTs was founded in 1975 and incorporated as a “not-for-profit” in May, 1979. Today, it is the state’s oldest organization exclusively dedicated to representing the interests of ALL Emergency Medical Services personnel through advocacy, educational programs, professional development, and research.
How does NHAEMT keep in touch with members?
Movement into the electronic age of communications now enhances the Association's ability to provide timely information to the membership, making it an even more viable and valuable EMS organization for the providers of New Hampshire Emergency Medical Services. As well as a current web site, the Association now provides an electronic mail list service through the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians. Looking for advice, want to find others with similar interests or just want to get your opinion out to the NH EMS community? Try the list server or contact one of the Board at http://www.nhaemt.org.
Does the NHAEMT really have a voice in EMS issues?
Members receive representation by mandatory legislative appointment on the NH EMS Medical Coordinating Board AND the Trauma Review Committee, as well invitations to represent the NHAEMT when other as hoc committees are formed by the NH Bureau of EMS for special projects (like TEMSIS, EMS Rules changes, etc.), or others with an interest in EMS. NHAEMT and our members often speak on behalf of EMS-related issues for both public and private entities. Our members also testify before New Hampshire’s State Legislative committees on numerous issues relating to health care and public safety. NHAEMT also is an active participant in national affairs through its affiliation with the NAEMT and has a seat on their national Affiliate Advisory Council. Finally, New Hampshire NHAEMT members sit on numerous other governmental boards, industry associations, and commissions throughout the state and the country.
Who runs the NHAEMT?
NHAEMT is operated by a Board of Directors that answers to and implements the wishes of the membership. The Board of Directors oversees the mission of the NHAEMT, and moves on all major decisions for the Association, either within the Executive Board (the fiscal/administrative business of the Association) or, MOST often, in conjunction with the entire membership, including educational ventures, and association policy. The Board is comprised of five Executive Committee members, and several additional members, including the Committee Chairs, liaisons to/from the NH Regional EMS Boards, a liaison from the NH Bureau of EMS, a liaison from the NH Paramedic Association, and other ad hoc members as may be needed from time to time.
How much does membership cost? What else do I get?
Annual individual membership rates are $20 in 2009. The Association offers a discounted rate for anyone joining both the NHAEMT and the NAEMT (National Association of EMT’s) simultaneously. Together, the fee of $45 represents a discount of $20 when joining both in the year 2009. EMT students qualify for a special one-year membership of $10.00 with proof of EMT student status. Ask your Instructor for applications!
NHAEMT members receive news via our website and by regular e-mail updates on matters of interest to NH EMS professionals. Most business is conducted via E-mail, particularly when timeliness is important, including receipt of input on how the membership wishes to be represented on issues before the NHBEMS and the NH Legislature. We also hold face – to – face quarterly business meetings that normally include 4 to 6 hours of Continuing Education for members, with guest speakers, both local and regional
NHAEMT members who also join NAEMT also have access to benefits for accidental death and dismemberment insurance, as well as professional liability insurance, special NAEMT credit card offers, and discounts to theme parks, medical supplies and office supplies. Membership applications for NAEMT are found on their website at http://www.naemt.org and should be mailed to the NHAEMT with our application at the same time. Make payment for both to “NHAEMT”. We will forward your confirmed enrollment and payment to NAEMT.
Can my rescue squad/service/department join NHAEMT as a group?
Yes. We offer Service/Department Memberships at discounted rates. All membership applications must be received together with payment. 1- 6 members is $15.00 each; over 6 members is $10.00 each. The only other restriction is that the group must renew as a group each year, or the individuals will be requested to pay full member rates.
I’m a volunteer. Isn’t NHAEMT only for paid EMS personnel?
NO! Our mission is to represents ALL pre-hospital emergency medical professionals - paid, volunteer, fire, municipal, industrial, commercial, or privately based, either licensed or living in New Hampshire (including LPN/RN, PA, and MD/DO with EMS certification).
I work overseas, and/or am in the military. How is NHAEMT going to represent me?
When you join the NHAEMT, you are automatically represented at the national level through our NAEMT affiliation. You can also join the NAEMT International and Military Divisions for pre-hospital emergency medical professionals working outside the United States or in the Military. Click on the “Divisions and Committees” box in the gray area on the left side of their web page, and then look for the "International Division" and “Military Division” in the drop-down menu for the latest information on this division. ( http://www.naemt.org )
I’m an EMS instructor. How can NHAEMT help me become a better instructor?
You may want to join the Educator’s Society of NHAEMT, which offers instructors an opportunity to influence the future of NH EMS education through our activities in conjunction with the NH Bureau of EMS. You may also want to join the NAEMT’s Instructor’s Society and become an instructor in one of NAEMT’s educational programs—Advanced Medical Life Support, Pediatric Prehospital Care or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support.
Does NHAEMT host or attend conferences through the year?
NHAEMT holds its Annual Meeting, in September. We also hold quarterly meetings around the state, in conjunction with Continuing Education for all members. These quarterly meetings are usually held on a Saturday. Our Spring meeting for the past two years has been EMS Appreciation Day, a baseball game for all members and their families sponsored by the N.H. Fisher Cats. This is our fundraiser for the David F. Memorial Scholarship Fund.!
NHAEMT maintains a presence at the North Country EMS Conference (October) and the New London EMS Conference (April), each year. At least one member of the Executive Board is present to represent the Association, sign new members, and speak face-to-face with current members. At least one of the Board of Directors, along with other members, tries to attend other local and national conference as time and funds permit, when requested and they are in the best interest of the membership.
Does NHAEMT present awards to its members during the year?
Yes. The first is the Louis B. Sleeper Award, which recognizes a member of the organization who has contributed in an exemplary manner throughout the year. The nomination may come from any member-in-good-standing, Voting is done by the Board of Directors and takes place in August. The award is presented at the Annual Meeting in September.
In 2008, we also instituted the David F. Dow Memorial Scholarship Fund. The scholarship is awarded to a member-in-good-standing who wishes to further their EMS education through a certification course or attendance at a state of national conference. Awards can vary from $100 to $250, based upon the number of applications approved Applications for the scholarship should be sent to the President of the Association no later than August 31st of each year for consideration by the Board of Directors.
From time to time, the Association also awards Life Membership to those who have contributed significantly to the mission of the NHAEMT over time. This award is conferred at the Annual Meeting by vote of the membership, at the request of the Executive Board.
Contact a member of the Executive Board, either in person, through E-mail, or through the website for more information when you feel any special notice or award is warranted. (NHAEMT awards are separate from those of the NH Bureau of EMS)
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