EMT and paramedic schools in Florida
Looking for EMT & paramedic schools in Florida? There are 43, including 40 public colleges and 3 private career schools. EMTs in Florida earn a median $39,870 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 43
- Public colleges
- 40
- Median pay in FL
- $39,870
- Cities with schools
- 22
24 EMT & paramedic schools
School results
Aparicio-Levy Technical College
Tampa, FL · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Automotive technician
- IT support & networking
- +2
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +14
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Charlotte Technical College
Port Charlotte, FL · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +9
City College - Altamonte Springs
Altamonte Springs, FL · Private
- EMT & paramedic
- Surgical technologist
- Diagnostic medical sonography
City College - Hollywood
Hollywood, FL · Private
- EMT & paramedic
- Surgical technologist
- Diagnostic medical sonography
- +2
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- IT support & networking
- +5
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +28
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- CNC machining
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +13
EMT and paramedic schools by city
- Miami (6 within 30 mi)
- Tampa (5 within 30 mi)
- Orlando (3 within 30 mi)
- St. Petersburg (5 within 30 mi)
- Cape Coral (3 within 30 mi)
- Fort Lauderdale (4 within 30 mi)
- Miramar (6 within 30 mi)
- Coral Springs (4 within 30 mi)
- Clearwater (5 within 30 mi)
- Palm Coast (4 within 30 mi)
- Deltona (4 within 30 mi)
- Homestead (3 within 30 mi)
- Kissimmee (3 within 30 mi)
- Delray Beach (3 within 30 mi)
- Sanford (4 within 30 mi)
- Apopka (4 within 30 mi)
- Bradenton (4 within 30 mi)
- Pensacola (3 within 30 mi)
- Clermont (4 within 30 mi)
- Plant City (3 within 30 mi)
- Venice (3 within 30 mi)
- New Port Richey (3 within 30 mi)
What EMTs earn in Florida
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $39,870
- $19.17 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,120–$59,000
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in FL
- 6,060
- 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 Florida?
We list 43 schools in Florida with EMT & paramedic programs: 40 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Miami, Tampa, Ocala, Fort Myers, and Pensacola.
Are there community college EMT & paramedic programs in Florida?
Yes. 40 public colleges in Florida 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 Florida?
Among the 36 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $804 to $23,620. 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 Florida?
The median pay for EMTs in Florida is $39,870 a year, and most earn between $34,120 and $59,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a EMT & paramedic school in Florida?
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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