Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) at South Louisiana Community College in Lafayette, LA
Total Graduates
102
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
63%
64 of 102
Female Graduates
37%
38 of 102
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,210
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 South Louisiana 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 Technician (EMT) I & II | 100% | 87% | 59% | $6,537 |
| Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic | 100% | 100% | 56% | $12,102 |
In the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) I & II program at South Louisiana Community College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $6,537 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic program at South Louisiana Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 100% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,102 (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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