Paramedic Schools in Arizona
This article will provide you with a list of paramedic schools in Arizona where you can get admissions information, send applications, and graduate from in order to get a job as a working EMT Paramedic.
Do Note: This list now contains a collection of accredited and non-accredited paramedic programs.
Below is a list of schools that offer EMT, paramedic, and other healthcare related programs in Arizona. Some programs are accredited, while others are not:
Arizona Partnership for Paramedic Training
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
1833 W. Main St. Suite 105
Mesa, AZ 85201
United States of America
Arizona Western College – Yuma, AZ
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
Public Safety Institute
2020 S Ave 8E, Main Campus Box 929
Yuma, AZ 85365
United States of America
Central Arizona College – Apache Junction, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
805 S. Idaho Road
Apache Junction , AZ – 85119
Cochise College – Sierra Vista, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
901 North Columbo
Sierra Vista , AZ – 85635
Eastern Arizona College – Thatcher, AZ
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
615 North Stadium Avenue
Thatcher, AZ 85552
United States of America
Flagstaff Medical Center – Flagstaff, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
1200 N. Beaver St.
Flagstaff , AZ – 86001
Glendale Community College of Arizona – Glendale, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
6000 W. Olive Avenue
Glendale , AZ – 85302
Phoenix College-Maricopa Community Colleges – Phoenix, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
1202 W. Thomas
Phoenix , AZ – 85013
Mesa Community College – Mesa, AZ
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
145 N Centennial Way, 4th floor
Mesa, AZ 85201
United States of America
Mohave Community College – Kingman, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
1971 Jagerson Avenue
Kingman , AZ – 86409
Northland Pioneer College – Holbrook, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
PO Box 610
Holbrook , AZ – 86025
Paradise Valley Community College – Phoenix, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
18401 North 32nd Street, LS214
Phoenix , AZ – 85302
Phoenix Fire Department – Phoenix, AZ
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
2425 West Lower Buckeye Rd
Building 8
Phoenix, AZ 85009
United States of America
Pima Community College – Tucson, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
401 N. Bonita Ave.
Tucson , AZ – 85709-5520
Pima Medical Institute-Mesa – Mesa, AZ
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
957 S Dobson Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
United States of America
Wizard Medical Education – Peoria, AZ
Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Program
9516 West Peoria Ave
Peoria, AZ 85345
United States of America
Yavapai College – Prescott, AZ
Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Program
6955 Panther Path
Prescott , AZ – 86314
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The accrediting organization for EMT Paramedic training education in the United States is the CoAEMSP (Committee on Accreditation of EMS Education Programs), which operates under the CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs). Beginning on January 1, 2013, graduation from an accredited paramedic program will be required for those seeking certification through the National Registry. Do note, however, that it is not necessarily a requirement that you graduate from an accredited program to find a job as a EMT or paramedic.
It’s important to know that the career of EMTs and paramedics is on the rise. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of EMTs and paramedics is expected to rise 23% from 2012 to 2022. That is much faster than the average for other career fields, and it should give EMS students peace of mind knowing that they are entering a career field that is on the rise, rather than on the decline.
Also, note that all EMTs and paramedics need to complete a postsecondary educational program, which essentially means that in order to work in EMS, you will need to complete a proper training and educational program following your graduation from high school (or GED equivalent).
As far as paramedic salary is concerned, the pay rate for EMTs and paramedics can vary quite a bit. This is mostly due to region, as someone working in Arizona is likely to may more money than a paramedic in the mid-west. Still, the median salary for EMTs and medics, according to the BLS, is $31,020.
Strong EMT and paramedic traits are essential to the job, as well. A lot of discussion goes into how much you can lift, or how educated or trained you are, but at the end of the day, patients (be it in Glendale, Phoenix, Tucson, Prescott, etc) want to feel like you understand their pain and concerns, and that you care about their well being. And if you work in EMS, you really and truly should care about people.
Here’s a list of the accredited (unless otherwise noted) EMT Paramedic training programs in Arizona, which will take you directly to the school’s official website. This list continues to be updated.
Arizona Partnership for Paramedic Training – Mesa, AZ
Cochise College – Sierra Vista, AZ
Glendale Community College of Arizona – Glendale, AZ
Maricopa Community Colleges – [Phoenix College] – Phoenix, AZ
Mohave Community College – Kingman, AZ
Northland Pioneer College – Kingman, AZ
Paradise Valley Community College – Phoenix, AZ
Pima Community College, Tucson – Tucson, AZ
Yavapai College – Prescott, AZ
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