EMT and paramedic schools in Detroit, MI
7 schools within 30 miles of Detroit, MI offer EMT & paramedic programs, and one is in Detroit itself. EMTs in Michigan earn a median $39,870 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 7
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in MI
- $39,870
7 EMT & paramedic schools within 30 mi of Detroit, MI
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Dorsey College
Madison Heights, MI · 9.8 mi · Private
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +7
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Schoolcraft Community College District
Livonia, MI · 17 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +14
Dorsey College-Woodhaven
Woodhaven, MI · 18 mi · Private
- EMT & paramedic
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +5
What EMTs earn in Michigan
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
- $35,360–$49,620
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MI
- 4,230
- 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
What are the closest EMT & paramedic schools to Detroit?
The closest are Wayne County Community College (Detroit, 5 mi), Henry Ford College (Dearborn, 8 mi), and Dorsey College (Madison Heights, 10 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach EMT & paramedic.
How much do EMT & paramedic programs near Detroit cost?
For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $660 to $30,698. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do EMTs make near Detroit?
Across Michigan, the median pay is $39,870 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a EMT & paramedic school in Detroit?
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.
EMT and paramedic schools in nearby cities
- Farmington Hills (16 mi)
- Woodhaven (18 mi)
- Rochester Hills (20 mi)
- Ann Arbor (33 mi)
- Fremont, OH (71 mi)
- Milan, OH (80 mi)
Other programs near Detroit
- HVAC schools
- Construction schools
- Welding schools
- CNC machining schools
- Industrial maintenance schools
- Drafting schools
- Auto mechanic schools
- Auto body schools
- Medical assistant schools
- CNA classes
- LPN programs
- Phlebotomy classes
- Pharmacy technician schools
- Dental assistant schools
- Dental hygiene schools
- Surgical tech schools