EMT / Paramedic in Florida

EMTs and Paramedics are the first responders in medical emergencies — treating cardiac arrests, trauma, strokes, and overdoses in the field before reaching the hospital. Paramedic is the advanced level with drug administration and advanced airway skills.

$34,479 FL Median Salary
5% Growth Rate
3 weeks (EMT) – 2 years (Paramedic) Training

💰 EMT / Paramedic Salary in Florida

Estimated salary range for EMT / Paramedics in Florida, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$28,000
Median
$34,479
Experienced
$62,000

🎓 EMT / Paramedic Licensing in Florida

Credential required: EMT-Basic or Paramedic (NREMT)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Florida state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 EMT / Paramedic Programs in Florida

Public State College
⭐ 97

Polk State College

📍 Winter Haven, FL

One of Florida's top-rated community colleges for allied health. Near-perfect licensure pass rates across all programs. ...

Respiratory CareCardiovascular TechnologyPhysical Therapist AssistantRadiographyNursing (RN)
Public State College
⭐ 95

Miami Dade College

📍 Miami, FL

Florida's largest college (~160K students). Broadest allied health program array in South Florida. Multiple campuses acr...

Nursing (RN)Respiratory CareDental HygieneRadiographySonography
Public State College
⭐ 93

Hillsborough Community College (HCC)

📍 Tampa, FL

Major Tampa Bay area college with extensive allied health and trades programs. Multiple campus locations across Hillsbor...

Nursing (RN)Dental HygieneRadiographySonographyPhysical Therapist Assistant

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