Info for Judging Officials
Who Can Be a Judge?
Judges are selected based on relevant experience and qualifications. Ideal applicants include individuals with previous experience as:
First Aid, CPR, EFR, or EMR instructors
Healthcare or emergency response professionals (ie nurses, physicians or paramedics)
Experienced trainers, educators, or evaluators in emergency care
Submission of a judge application is an expression of interest only. Not all applicants will be selected.
Application & Selection Process
Interested individuals submit a Judge Expression of Interest Form
Applications are reviewed by the organizing committee
Only applicants with relevant and sufficient experience will be invited to continue
Selected applicants must complete a mandatory online judge training module
Final judging assignments are confirmed based on event needs and availability
Completion of the training module is required in order to judge at NCCER.
Judge Training (Mandatory)
All selected judges must complete an online training module prior to the conference. The training covers:
Competition structure and flow
Scoring tools and evaluation criteria
Expectations for professionalism and consistency
Safety protocols and scenario management
Info for Volunteer Patients
Volunteer patients may be asked to participate as:
Simulated patients (injured or ill individuals)
Bystanders or witnesses
Participants in Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) scenarios
Roles may involve sitting, standing, or lying down for short periods of time. Volunteers are never expected to perform tasks beyond their comfort level.
What to Expect
A briefing before each scenario explaining your role
Optional use of moulage (makeup) or props to simulate injuries
Interaction with competition teams and judges
Supervision by event staff at all times
Safety is the top priority, and scenarios may be paused or stopped if concerns arise.
Dress Code
Comfortable clothing suitable for indoor or outdoor settings
Clothing that can get dirty or marked with makeup (recommended)
Additional instructions will be provided in advance if needed.
Health, Safety & Accessibility
Volunteers will never be asked to perform real medical procedures
Physical contact is limited to light, simulated care (e.g., bandaging)
Accommodations can be made for accessibility needs
Volunteers may opt out of any role at any time
Please disclose any medical conditions, allergies, or limitations in the sign-up form to help us ensure your safety.