EMT in Connecticut

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for CT. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$47,550

trending_up +15.0% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Connecticut.

engineering

2,100

Jobs (CT)

monitoring Strong

+5.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$104

Licensing fees

schedule

Varies (4-6 weeks for application processing)

Time to complete

route How to become an emt in Connecticut

To become a certified EMT in Connecticut, individuals must complete a state-approved EMT training program of at least 150 hours and hold a high school diploma or GED. They must then pass both the NREMT cognitive and a Connecticut OEMS-approved psychomotor exam. The application process is completed online through the Connecticut eLicense website, with processing taking 4-6 weeks. Connecticut offers reciprocity to NREMT-certified EMTs or those from states with equivalent requirements, and applicants must be at least 16 years old to enroll in a course and take the exams, with a parental consent form required for those under 18.

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10th percentile (entry) $38,540

25th percentile $42,200

50th (median) $47,550

75th percentile $55,160

90th (experienced) $58,660

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Connecticut. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Connecticut requirements

Licensing body	Connecticut Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services
State license	Required
Education	State-approved EMT training program (minimum 150 hours) and High School Diploma/GED.
Exam	NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams ($104)
Renewal	Every 3.0 years
Continuing education	40.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Must be at least 16 years old to enroll in a course and take exams. A parental consent form is required for applicants under 18. High school diploma or GED is typically required for training programs. Requires a background check (case-by-case review by CT DPH, and for NREMT). Must also hold a current CPR/BLS certification for Healthcare Providers. Both cognitive and psychomotor exams must be completed within two years of course completion. Candidates have six attempts for the written exam within two years; after the third failed attempt, 40 hours of continued education are required before the fourth attempt. After six failed attempts or reaching the two-year limit, the entire EMT training program must be repeated. Renewal applicants must complete QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Institute Gatekeeper Training once every six years.

Source: Connecticut Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services

workspace_premium Connecticut license tiers

Connecticut offers multiple tiers of emt licensing:

Tier	Hours required
EMR	N/A
EMT	N/A
AEMT	N/A
Paramedic	N/A

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10-year growth

+5.1%

Faster than average

Annual openings

14,100

Nationwide per year

Total employment

181,000

Nationwide

balance Is it worth it?

check_circleConnecticut license required — clearer credential signal to employers
check_circleStrong 10-year job growth (+5.1%)

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Frequently asked questions

How do I become an emt in Connecticut? expand_more

The path to emt licensure in Connecticut: complete the required education (State-approved EMT training program (minimum 150 hours) and High School Diploma/GED.), and pass the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams.

Do I need a license to work as an emt in Connecticut? expand_more

A state license is required in Connecticut. Connecticut Department of Public Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services handles emt licensing — the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams is part of the process.

What do emts earn in Connecticut? expand_more

In Connecticut, the median pay for emts comes to $47,550/year. That's 15% above the national median of $41,340. New emts start around $38,540; seasoned professionals can reach $58,660.

What are the fees to become an emt in Connecticut? expand_more

Between exam fee ($104), expect to invest around varies in total to get started.

How quickly can I become an emt in Connecticut? expand_more

In Connecticut, becoming an emt generally takes Varies (4-6 weeks for application processing), accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

Does Connecticut require continuing education for emts? expand_more

Connecticut requires 40.0 hours of continuing education every 3.0 years to maintain your emt license.