Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Program Availability
Schools Offering
927
1,157 total including inactive
States
44
Across 44 states
Graduates (2024)
19,877
Total completions
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 44 states, making it one of the more widely available trade program. The most popular states are California, Texas and Illinois.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$41,340
Emergency Medical Technicians
Job Growth
+5.1%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$3,739
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Emergency Medical Technicians. In-state tuition ranges from $434 to $29,760, and the work is primarily indoor with light physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Do you value speaking?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)?
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