Emergency medical technicians
SOC Code: 29-2042Also known as:
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), Ambulance Driver, Dispatcher, Emergency Department Technician (ED Technician), Emergency Medical Driver
Median Annual Salary
$41,340
+5.1% growth (2024-2034)
14K
Openings/Year
181K
Current Jobs
What Emergency medical technicians Do
Assess injuries and illnesses and administer basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.
💰 Salary
$41,340
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+5.1%
Faster than average
🎓 Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
14K
Projected average per year
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
181,000
Projected Employment (2034)
190,200
Related Careers
Registered nurses
$93,600 •
+4.9% growth
Paramedics
$58,410 •
+5.0% growth
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62,340 •
+2.6% growth
Surgical assistants
$60,290 •
+5.1% growth
Ambulance drivers and attendants, except emergency medical technicians
$34,330 •
-1.3% growth
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Most common requirement
Degree Programs for Emergency medical technicians
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a emergency medical technicians:
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
29,337 degrees awarded •
657 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Emergency medical technicians
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become emergency medical technicians.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do emergency medical technicians make?
The median annual salary for emergency medical technicians is $41,340.
What education do emergency medical technicians need?
Most emergency medical technicians positions require a postsecondary nondegree award.
Common degree programs include Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic).
Is becoming emergency medical technicians a good career choice?
Emergency medical technicians is projected to see +5.1% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is faster than average for all occupations. With approximately 14,100 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for emergency medical technicians?
Top colleges for aspiring emergency medical technicians include
Eastern Florida State College, Tulsa Technology Center, University of South Alabama, Hillsborough Community College, Dallas College.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to emergency medical technicians?
Emergency medical technicians may also be known as: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), Ambulance Driver, Dispatcher, Emergency Department Technician (ED Technician), Emergency Medical Driver, Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B), Emergency Room Technician, EMT Paramedic (Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic), EMT-B (Emergency Medical Technician- Basic), EMT-I/85, EMT-I/99, EMT-P, First Responder, Health Care Specialist, Healthcare Specialist, Medical Driver, Medical Equipment Delivery Driver, Medical Technician.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.