EMT and paramedic schools in Pennsylvania

We found 7 schools offering EMT & paramedic training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Pittsburgh, Nanticoke, Media, and Johnstown and more. EMTs in Pennsylvania earn a median $43,310 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
5
Median pay in PA
$43,310
Cities with schools
2

7 EMT & paramedic schools

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  1. Community College of Allegheny County

    Pittsburgh, PA · Public

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  2. Delaware County Community College

    Media, PA · Public

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  3. DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

    Johnstown, PA · Private

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Radiologic technologist
    • Medical lab technician

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  5. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

    Indiana, PA · Public

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Culinary arts
    • Respiratory therapist
    • +3

  6. Luzerne County Community College

    Nanticoke, PA · Public

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  7. Northampton County Area Community College

    Bethlehem, PA · Public

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  8. Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences

    Reading, PA · Private

    • EMT & paramedic
    • Surgical technologist
    • Radiologic technologist

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What EMTs earn in Pennsylvania

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

EMT salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become an EMT

Median pay
$43,310
$20.82 an hour
Typical range
$34,480–$54,370
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
10,160
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 Pennsylvania?

We list 7 schools in Pennsylvania with EMT & paramedic programs: 5 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Pittsburgh, Nanticoke, Media, Johnstown, and Indiana.

Are there community college EMT & paramedic programs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,576 to $28,415. 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 Pennsylvania?

The median pay for EMTs in Pennsylvania is $43,310 a year, and most earn between $34,480 and $54,370, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a EMT & paramedic school in Pennsylvania?

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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