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EMT & Paramedic Classes in Vermont

1 accredited Vermont school graduated 12 EMT students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what EMTs earn in Vermont.

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

Schools
11 city
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
12
Vermont median pay
$45,600+$1,130 vs U.S.

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Randolph, VT 1 school

Vermont State University

124 Admin Drive, Randolph, VT 05061
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$9,984/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Orange County graduated 12 EMT students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $9,984 ($19,992 out of state).

How to get EMT certified in Vermont

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

EMT & Paramedic Classes in Vermont: FAQ

How many EMT programs are in Vermont?

We list 1 accredited Vermont schools that graduated EMT students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 12 EMT credentials that year.

How much do emt & paramedic classes cost in Vermont?

Most Vermont 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 $9,984; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do EMTs make in Vermont?

The median emergency medical technician in Vermont earns $45,600 a year ($21.93 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $44,470 nationally. The top 10% earn $57,700 or more.

Which Vermont school trains the most EMTs?

Vermont State University in Randolph reported the most EMT graduates in Vermont: 12 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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