EMT and paramedic schools in California
Looking for EMT & paramedic schools in California? There are 50, including 50 public colleges. EMTs in California earn a median $46,380 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 50
- Public colleges
- 50
- Median pay in CA
- $46,380
- Cities with schools
- 32
24 EMT & paramedic schools
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Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Radiologic technologist
- Respiratory therapist
- +1
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +10
EMT and paramedic schools by city
- Los Angeles (7 within 30 mi)
- San Diego (3 within 30 mi)
- Sacramento (3 within 30 mi)
- Long Beach (7 within 30 mi)
- Oakland (7 within 30 mi)
- Anaheim (7 within 30 mi)
- Riverside (4 within 30 mi)
- Santa Clarita (3 within 30 mi)
- Fremont (3 within 30 mi)
- San Bernardino (4 within 30 mi)
- Oxnard (3 within 30 mi)
- Rancho Cucamonga (6 within 30 mi)
- Roseville (3 within 30 mi)
- Visalia (3 within 30 mi)
- Pasadena (8 within 30 mi)
- Simi Valley (5 within 30 mi)
- Concord (7 within 30 mi)
- Vallejo (6 within 30 mi)
- Fairfield (4 within 30 mi)
- Menifee (3 within 30 mi)
- Murrieta (3 within 30 mi)
- Costa Mesa (7 within 30 mi)
- San Mateo (5 within 30 mi)
- Hesperia (3 within 30 mi)
- Tracy (3 within 30 mi)
- Livermore (4 within 30 mi)
- Upland (5 within 30 mi)
- Napa (4 within 30 mi)
- Brentwood (4 within 30 mi)
- San Rafael (5 within 30 mi)
- Petaluma (3 within 30 mi)
- Reedley (3 within 30 mi)
What EMTs earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $46,380
- $22.30 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,740–$78,150
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 21,880
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +5.8%
- 13,800 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many EMT & paramedic schools are in California?
We list 50 schools in California with EMT & paramedic programs: 50 public colleges. Campuses are in Sacramento, Santa Maria, Oroville, Ridgecrest, and San Francisco.
Are there community college EMT & paramedic programs in California?
Yes. 50 public colleges in California offer EMT & paramedic. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does EMT & paramedic school cost in California?
Among the 46 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $480 to $18,993. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do EMTs make in California?
The median pay for EMTs in California is $46,380 a year, and most earn between $38,740 and $78,150, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a EMT & paramedic school in California?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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