EMT and paramedic schools in Hickory, NC
4 schools within 30 miles of Hickory, NC offer EMT & paramedic programs, and one is in Hickory itself. EMTs in North Carolina earn a median $44,250 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in NC
- $44,250
4 EMT & paramedic schools within 30 mi of Hickory, NC
School results
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC · 3.3 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +13
Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Hudson, NC · 12 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- Welding
- +14
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC · 24 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +11
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Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC · 28 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
What EMTs earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $44,250
- $21.27 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,190–$59,750
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 6,680
- 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 Hickory?
The closest are Catawba Valley Community College (Hickory, 3 mi), Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (Hudson, 12 mi), and Mitchell Community College (Statesville, 24 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach EMT & paramedic.
How much do EMT & paramedic programs near Hickory cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,481 to $10,810. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do EMTs make near Hickory?
Across North Carolina, the median pay is $44,250 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 Hickory?
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
- Hudson (12 mi)
- Statesville (25 mi)
- Wilkesboro (29 mi)
- Shelby (34 mi)
- Huntersville (34 mi)
- Gastonia (35 mi)
- Spindale (43 mi)
- Concord (45 mi)