Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) at Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ
Total Graduates
175
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
63%
110 of 175
Female Graduates
37%
65 of 175
Annual Tuition & Fees
$2,370
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Pima Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Tech-Certificate | 36% | 100% | 83% | $9,182 |
| Emergency Medical Tech- Paramedic AAS | 28% | 100% | 69% | $19,438 |
| Radiologic Technology - AAS | 36% | 100% | 74% | $6,910 |
| Respiratory Care - AAS | 34% | 100% | 80% | $7,119 |
| Surgical Technology | 25% | 100% | 94% | $7,729 |
| PimaFastTrack: EMS | 43% | — | — | — |
In the Emergency Medical Tech-Certificate program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 36% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,182 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Emergency Medical Tech- Paramedic AAS program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 28% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $19,438 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Radiologic Technology - AAS program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 36% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,910 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Respiratory Care - AAS program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 34% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,119 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Surgical Technology program at Pima Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 25% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,729 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the PimaFastTrack: EMS program at Pima Community College, 43% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$41,340
10-Year Job Growth
+5.1%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Emergency Medical Technicians
SOC: 29-2042 | $33,072 | +5.1% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1071 | $84,496 | +17.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Paramedics
SOC: 29-2043 | $46,728 | +5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$31,005
Peak Salary
$51,675
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)
No specific skills data available
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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