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Emergency Medical Technology Schools in Pennsylvania

In 2021-2022, 109 students earned their Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) degrees in PA.

In terms of popularity, Emergency Medical Technology is the 35th most popular major in the state out of a total 187 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Emergency Medical Technology Majors in Pennsylvania

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 70
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 70
Associate Degree 27
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 12

Gender Distribution

In Pennsylvania, a emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic) major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic) majors in Pennsylvania is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 12.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.7%
  • White: 72.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 9.2%
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Jobs for Emergency Medical Technology Grads in Pennsylvania

25,150 people in the state and 456,690 in the nation are employed in jobs related to emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic).

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Wages for Emergency Medical Technology Jobs in Pennsylvania

In this state, emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic) grads earn an average of $33,980. Nationwide, they make an average of $37,760.

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There are 9 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic) degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
288 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 7 to 1. The student loan default rate of 0.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,706 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 26%. The student loan default rate is 4.50% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
1,816 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 92% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $61,417 after earning their degree at this institution.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
733 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $16,291. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $33,617 after graduation.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,187 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 4.20% which is lower than average. A typical student attending Luzerne County Community College will pay a net price of $8,595. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
150 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 7 to 1. 80% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Memorial Medical Center grads earn an average salary of $57,953.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,977 Total Students

In their early career, CCAC grads earn an average salary of $31,527. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,220. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
4,240 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.32 years.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,843 Total Students

The 5.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,694 a year. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Emergency Medical Technology Careers in PA

Some of the careers emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic) majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 13% $31,020

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to emergency medical technology/technician (emt paramedic).

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Radiologic Technology 370
Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology 230
Surgical Technology 204
Medical Radiologic Technology 186
Respiratory Care Therapy 183
Athletic Training 148
Allied Health/Treatment Professions 107
Physician Assistant 57

View all majors related to Emergency Medical Technology

View Nationwide Emergency Medical Technology Report

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