EMT and paramedic schools in Ohio
We found 37 schools offering EMT & paramedic training in Ohio, with campuses in Lima, Newark, Saint Clairsville, and Cincinnati and more. EMTs in Ohio earn a median $40,220 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 37
- Public colleges
- 37
- Median pay in OH
- $40,220
- Cities with schools
- 21
24 EMT & paramedic schools
School results
Hear from the best fits
One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options.
Brown & Clermont Adult Career Campuses
Bethel, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +2
Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
Monroe, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +10
Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County
Newark, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +10
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
Cincinnati, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +16
Four County Career Center
Archbold, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Fire science & firefighting
James A Rhodes State College
Lima, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +14
North Central State College
Mansfield, OH · Public
- EMT & paramedic
- CNC machining
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +12
EMT and paramedic schools by city
- Cleveland (5 within 30 mi)
- Cincinnati (6 within 30 mi)
- Akron (3 within 30 mi)
- Dayton (5 within 30 mi)
- Lorain (5 within 30 mi)
- Hamilton (4 within 30 mi)
- Springfield (3 within 30 mi)
- Middletown (4 within 30 mi)
- Newark (4 within 30 mi)
- Mentor (4 within 30 mi)
- Strongsville (4 within 30 mi)
- Reynoldsburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Lancaster (4 within 30 mi)
- Lima (3 within 30 mi)
- Troy (3 within 30 mi)
- Xenia (3 within 30 mi)
- Zanesville (3 within 30 mi)
- Mount Vernon (4 within 30 mi)
- Fremont (3 within 30 mi)
- Bethel (5 within 30 mi)
- Milan (4 within 30 mi)
What EMTs earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $40,220
- $19.34 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,940–$53,960
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 5,560
- 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.
Hear from the best fits near Ohio
One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options. Free, with no obligation.
- Compare real costs and start dates
- Ask about financial aid and apprenticeships
- Your info goes only to the schools you're matched with
Step 1 of 3: Your trade
Frequently asked questions
How many EMT & paramedic schools are in Ohio?
We list 37 schools in Ohio with EMT & paramedic programs: 37 public colleges. Campuses are in Lima, Newark, Saint Clairsville, Cincinnati, and Springfield.
Are there community college EMT & paramedic programs in Ohio?
Yes. 37 public colleges in Ohio 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 Ohio?
Among the 22 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,967 to $26,966. 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 Ohio?
The median pay for EMTs in Ohio is $40,220 a year, and most earn between $34,940 and $53,960, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a EMT & paramedic school in Ohio?
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.
Other programs in Ohio
- Medical assistant schools (57)
- LPN programs (57)
- Welding schools (55)
- Cosmetology schools (48)
- Criminal justice programs (40)
- HVAC schools (39)
- Phlebotomy classes (35)
- Dental assistant schools (35)
- Medical billing and coding schools (32)
- CNA classes (32)
- Industrial maintenance schools (30)
- Fire science programs (29)
- IT schools (26)
- Electronics technician schools (25)
- Nail tech schools (23)
- Esthetician schools (23)