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EMT & Paramedic Classes in Texas

53 accredited Texas schools graduated 2,319 EMT students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what EMTs earn in Texas.

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

Schools
5335 cities
Lowest published cost
$5,900median $5,900
Graduates 2023–24
2,319
Texas median pay
$37,260−$7,210 vs U.S.

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EMT & Paramedic Classes in Houston, TX 9 schools

Lone Star College System

5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
99
College tuition
$2,472/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in The Woodlands that reported 99 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,472 ($6,960 out of state).

Alvin Community College

3110 Mustang Rd, Alvin, TX 77511
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
43
College tuition
$1,224/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in Alvin that reported 43 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,224 ($3,720 out of state).

Houston Community College

3100 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
40
College tuition
$792/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Harris County graduated 40 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $792 ($3,624 out of state).

San Jacinto Community College

8060 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX 77505
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
24
College tuition
$1,992/yr
Length
1-2 years

24 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,992 ($5,352 out of state).

Galveston College

4015 Ave Q, Galveston, TX 77550
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$1,500/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Galveston County graduated 19 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,500 ($4,680 out of state).

College of the Mainland

1200 Amburn Road, Texas City, TX 77591
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$1,350/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in Texas City that reported 8 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,350 ($3,450 out of state).

Brazosport College

500 College Dr, Lake Jackson, TX 77566
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$1,715/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Brazoria County graduated 5 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,715 ($4,038 out of state).

College of Health Care Professions

2616 S. Loop West Suite 201, Houston, TX 77054
Private for-profit Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
4
Program cost
Ask school
Length
under 12 weeks

4 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college.

The College of Health Care Professions-Southwest Houston

7322 SOUTHWEST FREEWAY SUITE 110, Houston, TX 77074
Private for-profit Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
3
Program cost
Ask school
Length
under 12 weeks

Private for-profit two-year college in Houston that reported 3 EMT graduates in 2023–24.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Dallas, TX 4 schools

Dallas College

1601 Botham Jean Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
337
College tuition
$2,370/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

337 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution, the most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,370 ($6,000 out of state).

Weatherford College

225 College Park Drive, Weatherford, TX 76086
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
81
College tuition
$3,510/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in Weatherford that reported 81 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,510 ($8,580 out of state).

Collin County Community College District

3452 Spur 399, McKinney, TX 75069
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
79
College tuition
$1,800/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Collin County graduated 79 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,800 ($5,550 out of state).

Tarrant County College District

300 Trinity Campus Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
70
College tuition
$1,728/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Tarrant County graduated 70 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,728 ($8,235 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in San Antonio, TX 3 schools

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

7703 Floyd Curl Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Bachelor's degreeCertificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
208
College tuition
$6,419/yr
Length
under 12 weeks

Public four-year institution in San Antonio that reported 208 EMT graduates in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,419 ($20,291 out of state).

San Antonio College

1819 N. Main Ave.,, San Antonio, TX 78212
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$3,270/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public four-year institution in San Antonio that reported 30 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,270 ($14,280 out of state).

The College of Health Care Professions-San Antonio

4738 N. W. Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78229
Private for-profit Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
19
Program cost
Ask school
Length
under 12 weeks

This private for-profit two-year college in Bexar County graduated 19 EMT students in 2023–24.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in McAllen, TX 2 schools

South Texas College

3201 W. Pecan, McAllen, TX 78501
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
99
College tuition
$4,800/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Hidalgo County graduated 99 EMT students in 2023–24, the 5th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,800 ($7,500 out of state).

Rio Grande Valley College

5419 North Cage Boulevard, Pharr, TX 78577
Private for-profit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
45
Program cost
$5,900
Length
5 months

45 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,900 for a program of about 5 months.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Waco, TX 2 schools

Texas State Technical College

3801 Campus Drive, Waco, TX 76705
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
58
College tuition
$7,192/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

58 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $7,192 ($11,842 out of state).

McLennan Community College

1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
35
College tuition
$3,180/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in McLennan County graduated 35 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,180 ($5,430 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Killeen, TX 2 schools

Central Texas College

6200 West Central Texas Expressway, Killeen, TX 76549
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
54
College tuition
$3,150/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Killeen that reported 54 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,150 ($7,500 out of state).

Temple College

2600 S 1st St, Temple, TX 76504
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$1,848/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Temple that reported 30 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,848 ($2,832 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Austin, TX 2 schools

Austin Community College District

6101 Highland Campus Drive, Austin, TX 78752
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
48
College tuition
$2,010/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Travis County graduated 48 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,010 ($10,050 out of state).

The College of Health Care Professions-Austin

6330 E. Highway 290 Suite 180, Austin, TX 78723
Private for-profit Certificate (under 12 weeks)
Graduates '23–24
20
Program cost
Ask school
Length
under 12 weeks

20 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Beaumont, TX 2 schools

Lamar Institute of Technology

855 E Lavaca, Beaumont, TX 77705
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$1,920/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Jefferson County graduated 13 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,920 ($12,000 out of state).

Lamar State College-Orange

410 Front St, Orange, TX 77630
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$1,920/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Orange County graduated 12 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,920 ($12,912 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Denison, TX 1 school

Grayson College

6101 Grayson Drive, Denison, TX 75020
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
119
College tuition
$1,500/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Denison that reported 119 EMT graduates in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,500 ($4,440 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Corsicana, TX 1 school

Navarro College

3200 W 7th Avenue, Corsicana, TX 75110
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
110
College tuition
$1,350/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Corsicana that reported 110 EMT graduates in 2023–24, the 4th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,350 ($3,480 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in El Paso, TX 1 school

El Paso Community College

9050 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
73
College tuition
$2,784/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

73 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,784 ($4,824 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Wharton, TX 1 school

Wharton County Junior College

911 Boling Hwy, Wharton, TX 77488
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
61
College tuition
$768/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Wharton that reported 61 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $768 ($2,016 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Amarillo, TX 1 school

Amarillo College

2011 S. Washington, Amarillo, TX 79109
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
50
College tuition
$1,128/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Amarillo that reported 50 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,128 ($2,664 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Gainesville, TX 1 school

North Central Texas College

1525 W California Street, Gainesville, TX 76240
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
46
College tuition
$1,368/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Gainesville that reported 46 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,368 ($4,944 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Laredo, TX 1 school

Laredo College

West End Washington St, Laredo, TX 78040
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
46
College tuition
$1,200/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Webb County graduated 46 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,200 ($3,648 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Midland, TX 1 school

Midland College

3600 N Garfield, Midland, TX 79705
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
42
College tuition
$2,130/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public four-year institution in Midland County graduated 42 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,130 ($5,130 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Victoria, TX 1 school

Victoria College

2200 E Red River, Victoria, TX 77901
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
39
College tuition
$1,392/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Victoria County graduated 39 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,392 ($3,792 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Odessa, TX 1 school

Odessa College

201 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX 79764
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
31
College tuition
$1,848/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Ector County graduated 31 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,848 ($4,014 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Brenham, TX 1 school

Blinn College District

902 College Ave, Brenham, TX 77833
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$1,890/yr
Length
1-2 years

30 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,890 ($8,340 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Carthage, TX 1 school

Panola College

1109 W Panola Street, Carthage, TX 75633
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$792/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Carthage that reported 23 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $792.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Big Spring, TX 1 school

Howard College

1001 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, TX 79720
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$2,460/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Big Spring that reported 19 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,460 ($5,770 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Mount Pleasant, TX 1 school

Northeast Texas Community College

2886 FM 1735, Mount Pleasant, TX 75455
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$1,224/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

19 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,224 ($5,434 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Tyler, TX 1 school

Tyler Junior College

1400 East Fifth Street, Tyler, TX 75701
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$888/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Tyler that reported 19 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $888 ($1,560 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Uvalde, TX 1 school

Southwest Texas College

2401 Garner Field Rd, Uvalde, TX 78801
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
17
College tuition
$1,560/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Uvalde County graduated 17 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,560 ($5,208 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Brownsville, TX 1 school

Texas Southmost College

80 Fort Brown, Brownsville, TX 78520
Public Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$1,200/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Brownsville that reported 15 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,200 ($3,000 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Levelland, TX 1 school

South Plains College

1401 S. College Ave, Levelland, TX 79336
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$696/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Levelland that reported 15 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $696 ($2,952 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Paris, TX 1 school

Paris Junior College

2400 Clarksville St, Paris, TX 75460
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$1,830/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Paris that reported 15 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,830 ($4,830 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Corpus Christi, TX 1 school

Del Mar College

101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
14
College tuition
$2,190/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Corpus Christi that reported 14 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,190 ($3,300 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Lufkin, TX 1 school

Angelina College

3500 South First, Lufkin, TX 75902
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
9
College tuition
$2,100/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Lufkin that reported 9 EMT graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,100 ($4,860 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Hillsboro, TX 1 school

Hill College

112 Lamar Dr, Hillsboro, TX 76645
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
7
College tuition
$2,328/yr
Length
1-2 years

7 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,328 ($3,328 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Athens, TX 1 school

Trinity Valley Community College

100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX 75751
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$1,170/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

6 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,170 ($4,500 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Texarkana, TX 1 school

Texarkana College

2500 N Robison Rd, Texarkana, TX 75599
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
5
College tuition
$1,512/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

5 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,512 ($1,920 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Kilgore, TX 1 school

Kilgore College

1100 Broadway, Kilgore, TX 75662
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$1,272/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

2 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,272 ($4,368 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Ranger, TX 1 school

Ranger College

1240 College Circle, Ranger, TX 76470
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$2,100/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

2 EMT credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,100 ($6,150 out of state).

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Vernon, TX 1 school

Vernon College

4400 College Dr., Vernon, TX 76384
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degreeCertificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$1,440/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Wilbarger County graduated 2 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,440 ($3,840 out of state).

How to get EMT certified in Texas

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

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Texas: FAQ

How many EMT programs are in Texas?

We list 53 accredited Texas schools that graduated EMT students in 2023–24, 48 of them public. Together they awarded 2,319 EMT credentials that year.

How much do emt & paramedic classes cost in Texas?

1 Texas schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $5,900 to $5,900, with a median of $5,900. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do EMTs make in Texas?

The median emergency medical technician in Texas earns $37,260 a year ($17.91 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $44,470 nationally. The top 10% earn $52,160 or more.

Which Texas school trains the most EMTs?

Dallas College in Dallas reported the most EMT graduates in Texas: 337 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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