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EMT & Paramedic Classes in Hawaii

1 accredited Hawaii school graduated 13 EMT students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what EMTs earn in Hawaii.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
11 city
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
13
Hawaii median pay
$66,410+$21,940 vs U.S.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Honolulu, HI 1 school

Kapiolani Community College

4303 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI 96816
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$3,144/yr
Length
1-2 years

13 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,144 ($8,280 out of state).

How to get EMT certified in Hawaii

  1. Complete a state-approved EMT course (CPR certification is usually a prerequisite).
  2. Pass the NREMT cognitive exam and a psychomotor skills exam.
  3. Apply for your state EMT license. Most states require you to be at least 18.
  4. Recertify every two years through the NREMT and/or your state.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Hawaii requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Hawaii: FAQ

How many EMT programs are in Hawaii?

We list 1 accredited Hawaii schools that graduated EMT students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 13 EMT credentials that year.

How much do emt & paramedic classes cost in Hawaii?

Most Hawaii schools on this list are colleges that charge by the credit hour rather than a flat program price. Their median annual in-district tuition is $3,144; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do EMTs make in Hawaii?

The median emergency medical technician in Hawaii earns $66,410 a year ($31.93 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $44,470 nationally. The top 10% earn $84,620 or more.

Which Hawaii school trains the most EMTs?

Kapiolani Community College in Honolulu reported the most EMT graduates in Hawaii: 13 in 2023–24.

How long does EMT training take?

EMT courses commonly run one academic semester or an accelerated few weeks, plus clinical or field ride-along hours.

What exam do EMTs take?

Most states use the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) cognitive exam plus a psychomotor (skills) exam for initial licensure.

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