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Emergency Medical Technology Schools in Kentucky

347 students earned Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) degrees in Kentucky in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Emergency Medical Technology is the 28th most popular major out of a total 100 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Emergency Medical Technology Majors in Kentucky

Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 238
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 238
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 238
Associate Degree 44
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 35
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 35
Bachelor’s Degree 30

Gender Distribution

In Kentucky, a emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic) major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic) majors in Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.9%
  • Black or African American: 2.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.6%
  • White: 88.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.6%
  • Other Races: 4.9%
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Jobs for Emergency Medical Technology Grads in Kentucky

There are 6,280 people in the state and 456,690 people in the nation working in emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic) jobs.

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Wages for Emergency Medical Technology Jobs in Kentucky

A typical salary for a emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic) grad in the state is $31,430, compared to a typical salary of $37,760 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Kentucky that offer emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic) degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,465 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. The student loan default rate of 7.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public school has an average net price of $13,763.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,299 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 89%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,671. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,104 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $29,495 after earning their degree at this institution.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,901 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 93%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,306 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,542.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,837 Total Students

A typical student attending SCC will pay a net price of $4,858. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,630 Total Students

In their early career, Hazard Community and Technical College grads earn an average salary of $22,436. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 93%.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,522. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

Emergency Medical Technology Careers in KY

Some of the careers emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic) majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 23% $59,220
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 10% $30,270

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to emergency medical technology/technician (EMT paramedic).

Major Annual Graduates in KY
Radiologic Technology 187
Respiratory Care Therapy 131
Physician Assistant 121
Surgical Technology 116
Medical Radiologic Technology 79
Athletic Training 58
Sonographer/Ultrasound Technology 35

View all majors related to Emergency Medical Technology

View Nationwide Emergency Medical Technology Report

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