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EMT & Paramedic Classes in Idaho

3 accredited Idaho schools graduated 40 EMT students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what EMTs earn in Idaho.

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

Schools
33 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
40
Idaho median pay
$38,840−$5,630 vs U.S.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Pocatello, ID 1 school

Idaho State University

921 S 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83209
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
22
College tuition
$5,992/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in Pocatello that reported 22 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,992 ($25,102 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Twin Falls, ID 1 school

College of Southern Idaho

315 Falls Ave., Twin Falls, ID 83301
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
17
College tuition
$3,360/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

17 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,360 ($6,840 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Lewiston, ID 1 school

Lewis-Clark State College

500 8th Ave, Lewiston, ID 83501
Public Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$7,388/yr
Length
Associate degree

1 EMT credential awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $7,388 ($21,386 out of state).

How to get EMT certified in Idaho

  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 Idaho requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Idaho: FAQ

How many EMT programs are in Idaho?

We list 3 accredited Idaho schools that graduated EMT students in 2023–24, 3 of them public. Together they awarded 40 EMT credentials that year.

How much do emt & paramedic classes cost in Idaho?

Most Idaho 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 $5,992; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do EMTs make in Idaho?

The median emergency medical technician in Idaho earns $38,840 a year ($18.67 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $44,470 nationally. The top 10% earn $51,140 or more.

Which Idaho school trains the most EMTs?

Idaho State University in Pocatello reported the most EMT graduates in Idaho: 22 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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