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Emergency Response

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Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic

What is Emergency Response?

Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics care for the sick or injured in emergency medical settings. People’s lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care provided by these workers. EMTs and paramedics respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities.

Texas Career Snapshot

Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic

It’s all in the numbers. Choose your personal STEM path, and discover a multitude of possibilities. From certificate to doctorate and associate to graduate - learn more about creating your career in the world of STEM.

Total Jobs

4,256

Starting Salary

$11.62

Average

Median Salary

$18.27

Average

Experienced Salary

$26.61

Average

Jobs Added

92

Last 3 Years

Expected Job Growth in DFW

5%

Next 3 Years | National: 4%

Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic Educational Pathway

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The academic requirements for specific STEM career tracks vary as much as the disciplines. For some fields, an advanced degree is a must, but for others, it depends on your career goals. Whatever your path, here is a summary of the degree options available to you along the way.

  • Required Education: vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree
  • Entry Level Degree: Postsecondary nondegree award
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    High School Endorsement

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    Certificate

  • Associates

    Associate Degree

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