EMT in Kansas

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

Median annual salary

$34,650

trending_down -16.2% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Kansas.

engineering

1,770

Jobs (KS)

monitoring Strong

+5.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$154

Licensing fees

schedule

3-6 months

Time to complete

route How to become an emt in Kansas

To become a certified EMT in Kansas, individuals must complete a state-approved EMT training program and possess a High School Diploma or GED. The Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services requires applicants to pass the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams, submit to a criminal history records check with fingerprints, and hold a Healthcare Provider level CPR certification with a practical skills component. Kansas is an EMS Compact member state, and reciprocity is available for those certified in other states who meet the state's requirements, including NREMT certification.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $28,180

25th percentile $30,600

50th (median) $34,650

75th percentile $37,430

90th (experienced) $45,600

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

checklist Kansas requirements

Licensing body	Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services
State license	Required
Education	State-approved EMT training program and High School Diploma/GED.
Exam	NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams ($104)
Application fee	$50
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	28.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma/GED. Requires a criminal history records check and fingerprint submission. CPR certification at the Healthcare Provider level with a practical skills component is also required.

Source: Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services

workspace_premium Kansas license tiers

Kansas offers multiple tiers of emt licensing:

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

work_outline Job outlook

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?

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check_circleStrong 10-year job growth (+5.1%)

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Frequently asked questions

How do I become an emt in Kansas? expand_more

To become an emt in Kansas, you need to complete the required education (State-approved EMT training program and High School Diploma/GED.), pass the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams, and submit your application ($50 fee).

Is an emt license required in Kansas? expand_more

Kansas mandates state licensure for emts. Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services oversees the process, which includes passing the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams.

How much does an emt make in Kansas? expand_more

The median emt salary in Kansas is $34,650 per year. This trails the $41,340 national median by 16%. Wages range from $28,180 (10th percentile) up to $45,600 (90th percentile).

What's the total cost to get emt certified in Kansas? expand_more

Between exam fee ($104) and application fee ($50), expect to invest around varies in total to get started.

How quickly can I become an emt in Kansas? expand_more

In Kansas, becoming an emt generally takes 3-6 months, accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

What's required to renew a emt license in Kansas? expand_more

Kansas requires 28.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your emt license.