EMT and paramedic schools in Missouri
Looking for EMT & paramedic schools in Missouri? There are 12, including 12 public colleges. EMTs in Missouri earn a median $42,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 12
- Median pay in MO
- $42,160
- Cities with schools
- 8
12 EMT & paramedic schools
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Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
Cape Girardeau, MO · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
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Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +14
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
- Dental hygienist
- +3
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Saint Louis Community College
Bridgeton, MO · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- CNC machining
- Automotive technician
- +18
EMT and paramedic schools by city
- Kansas City (3 within 30 mi)
- St. Louis (4 within 30 mi)
- Lee's Summit (3 within 30 mi)
- O'Fallon (3 within 30 mi)
- St. Charles (3 within 30 mi)
- Ballwin (4 within 30 mi)
- Union (3 within 30 mi)
- Hillsboro (3 within 30 mi)
What EMTs earn in Missouri
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $42,160
- $20.27 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,390–$58,090
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MO
- 2,800
- 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 Missouri?
We list 12 schools in Missouri with EMT & paramedic programs: 12 public colleges. Campuses are in Springfield, Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau, Neosho, and Union.
Are there community college EMT & paramedic programs in Missouri?
Yes. 12 public colleges in Missouri 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 Missouri?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,837 to $17,598. 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 Missouri?
The median pay for EMTs in Missouri is $42,160 a year, and most earn between $34,390 and $58,090, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a EMT & paramedic school in Missouri?
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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