EMT and paramedic schools in Spindale, NC
5 schools within 30 miles of Spindale, NC offer EMT & paramedic programs, and one is in Spindale itself. EMTs in North Carolina earn a median $44,250 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 5
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in NC
- $44,250
5 EMT & paramedic schools within 30 mi of Spindale, NC
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McDowell Technical Community College
Marion, NC · 21 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +10
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Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC · 27 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +18
Blue Ridge Community College - North Carolina
Flat Rock, NC · 29 mi · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +11
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 Spindale?
The closest are Isothermal Community College (Spindale, 2 mi), McDowell Technical Community College (Marion, 21 mi), and Cleveland Community College (Shelby, 25 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach EMT & paramedic.
How much do EMT & paramedic programs near Spindale cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $995 to $10,758. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do EMTs make near Spindale?
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 Spindale?
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
- Shelby (22 mi)
- Spartanburg, SC (29 mi)
- Greer, SC (34 mi)
- Hudson (42 mi)
- Gastonia (42 mi)
- Hickory (43 mi)
- Greenville, SC (44 mi)
- Rock Hill, SC (59 mi)