Insect Sting Emergency Treatment Certification Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older;
• Have or reasonably expect to have as a result of occupation or volunteer status, responsibility for at least one other person who has severe adverse reactions to insect stings; and
• Successfully complete, within the previous 2 years, a training program that meets the requirements listed below. Training Requirements: You must successfully complete a 30-minute training program conducted by a physician licensed in Florida pursuant to Chapter 458 or 459, F.S. The training program must include:
  • Definition of anaphylaxis;
  • Agents which might cause anaphylaxis and the distinction between them, including insect stings, drugs, food and inhalants;
  • Recognition of symptoms of anaphylaxis;
  • Appropriate emergency treatment of anaphylaxis as a result of insect stings; and
  • Use of a method of administration of epinephrine, i.e. autoinjector, as a result of insect stings.
• Certificates expire on March 1 of odd numbered years, i.e., 2009, 2011. You will be sent a renewal application prior to that date.

Application for Insect Sting Emgergency Treatment Certification (pdf - 26kb)

Form Completion Instructions - This form is used whether you are applying for or renewing an Insect Sting Treatment Certificate. Print clearly in ink or type your responses.

1. Indicate whether this application is for an initial certification or renewal of an existing certification.

2. Include your name and mailing address.

3. Indicate the name, county, and phone number of the employer, facility, or group where you expect to be responsible for another person who has sever adverse reactions to insect stings.

4. Certificate of Training- This section of the application is completed by the Florida licensed physician who provided training related to the administration of epinephrine in accordance with s. 381.88, Florida Statutes.

5. This section of the application is completed by the applicant. Your signature must be notarized.

6. Social Security page must be completed and inclosed with the application.

Fee Information - The fee for certification or certification renewal is $25. Fees are non-refundable.

Please mail to:
Florida Department of Health
Division of Medical Quality Assurance
Attn: EMT-Paramedic Certification Office
Post Office Box 6330
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-6330