The NCEMSF website distinguishes between accounts for people, called Personal Accounts, and accounts for groups, called Institutional Accounts.
Personal Accounts are intended for individual people to interact with the site in their personal capacity. Tasks performed using a Personal Account include purchasing an individual Foundation membership, registering for the Conference, requesting a Startup Packet, and submitting abstracts for the annual conferences. Contact information used for a Personal Account should be for that individual.
Institutional Accounts are used by a group's leadership to perform specific tasks on behalf of their squad. These tasks include purchasing Tokens to allow for group Conference payment, submitting awards on behalf of the organization, renewing a squad's paid Institutional membership, and creating or updating the squad's profile in the Institutional Database. These tasks are specifically limited to the group's Institutional Account to ensure that there is continuity as individual members enter or leave a group's leadership and to provide a common reference point for the group within NCEMSF's IT systems. Because of this, each squad is limited to a single Institutional Account, and any new Institutional Accounts will require approval by a member of our IT or Membership staff. NCEMSF recommends that the email address selected for a group's Institutional Account be something that reaches all members of squad leadership (a shared inbox, a distribution list that goes to leadership, etc.). This ensures that communications sent to the account will reach all of the group's leaders, and it facilitates account recovery if the account credentials are not passed down during leadership changeovers.
For questions on the appropriate account type, please email
What is Discord?
Discord is a social networking platform that allows for communication within groups. Discord, like Slack or Microsoft Teams, allows users to communicate via text through a variety of individual groups, called "channels." Users can post text, images, and links. The use of channels helps group conversations by topic.
The Discord app is available for Android and Apple devices, and can also be accessed directly via their website.
Why Join?
The NCEMSF Discord server is where collegiate EMS providers connect, learn, and grow together—not just during our annual conference, but every day of the year. Whether you're troubleshooting a protocol question at 2 AM, celebrating your first successful IV, or coordinating a regional meetup, this is your community.
- Connect with Peers Nationwide
Meet collegiate EMS providers from over 250+ agencies across the U.S. and Canada. Network with students facing the same challenges, share solutions, and build lasting professional relationships. - Learn from Real-World Experience
Discuss challenging calls, compare protocols, share case studies (de-identified, of course), and learn from providers at every certification level—from EMR to Paramedic. - Regional Support
Join your region's dedicated channel to connect with nearby agencies, coordinate meetups, discuss local regulations, and share opportunities specific to your area. - Stay in the Loop
Get real-time updates about NCEMSF programs, conference announcements, and opportunities. During conference weekend, Discord becomes your hub for schedule changes, session discussions, and meetup coordination. - Get Leadership Support
Access NCEMSF leadership, regional coordinators, and experienced agency advisors. Whether you're starting a new squad or managing operational challenges, help is just a message away. - Year-Round Engagement
NCEMSF isn't just a February conference—it's a movement. Discord keeps the energy alive with weekly discussions, case studies, leadership roundtables, and community events throughout the year.
How Do I Join the NCEMSF Discord?
To join, please scan the QR code you were provided during Conference check-in or use the link in one of our email newsletters. Alternatively, log in with your NCEMSF website account (personal or institutional) to view the code and link.
Once you join, you will automatically be added to the General channel. You will also be asked to select your region so you can join the channel specifically for members and squads from your area. From there, please read our pinned post with rules. That post also contains information on other site features. If you are a squad advisor, please reach out to us at
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Do I need to be an NCEMSF member to join?
A: Discord is primarily for NCEMSF members and conference attendees, but we welcome anyone involved in collegiate EMS. If you're interested in joining, email us atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - Q: Is Discord only active during conference?
A: No! While Discord is heavily used during conference weekend for real-time coordination, it's designed as a year-round community. We have regular discussions, case studies, and ongoing engagement throughout the year. - Q: What if I've never used Discord before?
A: That's okay! Discord is user-friendly, and we have a welcome guide pinned in the server. If you need help, reach out in #general or emailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - Q: Can alumni join?
A: Absolutely! We have an active alumni community. Identify yourself during the verification process to get the Alumni role. - Q: How do I report inappropriate behavior?
A: Contact a moderator or Regional Coordinator directly via DM, post in the help channel, or emailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . We take community safety seriously.
What if I have Issues with this Process?
Please contact us at
NCEMSF offers several hands-on Skills Lab sessions. Each of these sessions has a 25-student capacity. To help ensure a fair and orderly process, sign-ups for these Skills Labs are online only beginning at 7am on Saturday.
- Log into the NCEMSF website.
- Pick the Conference Skills Labs link from the Conference menu.
- Select one Skills Lab and add it to the cart. From the cart page, press Finish to finalize your registration.
- If you wish to sign up for additional Skills Labs, return to the Conference Skills Lab link under the Conference menu and repeat this process.
To ensure that skills labs are available to all attendees, you are limited to one sign-up per transaction. In addition, the system will not let you sign up for two Skills Labs occurring at the same time. When a Skills Lab has reached maximum capacity, sign-up will no longer be available. In lieu of a waiting list, you may choose to form an orderly line outside the Skills Lab room, and the proctor or instructor will let in additional students as space allows. However, all Skills Labs have a 25-student maximum.
