Paramedic 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

$225

Licensing fees

schedule

1-2 years

Time to complete

route How to become a paramedic in Kansas

To become a certified Paramedic in Kansas, individuals must complete a state-approved Paramedic program, often resulting in an Associate's degree, and hold a current EMT or AEMT certification. Applicants must pass the NREMT Paramedic cognitive and psychomotor exams. The licensing body, the Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services, requires a $65 application fee and a criminal history record check with a $60 fee. Reciprocity is available for out-of-state paramedics who are NREMT-certified and meet other state requirements.

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 Paramedic program, typically leading to an Associate's degree. Must hold EMT or AEMT certification.
Exam	NREMT Paramedic (Cognitive and Psychomotor) ($160)
Application fee	$65
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	60.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Minimum age of 17. Applicants must undergo a criminal history record check, which includes a fingerprint card and a $60 fee. The NREMT cognitive exam costs $160. Psychomotor exam fees vary by location. Some programs may have an age requirement of 18 or 19.

Source: Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services

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?

check_circleKansas 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 a paramedic in Kansas? expand_more

The path to paramedic licensure in Kansas: complete the required education (State-approved Paramedic program, typically leading to an Associate's degree. Must hold EMT or AEMT certification.), pass the NREMT Paramedic (Cognitive and Psychomotor), and submit your application ($65 fee).

Is a paramedic license required in Kansas? expand_more

You cannot practice as a paramedic in Kansas without a state license from Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Services. The required exam is the NREMT Paramedic (Cognitive and Psychomotor).

What do paramedics earn in Kansas? expand_more

In Kansas, the median pay for paramedics comes to $34,650/year. This trails the $41,340 national median by 16%. Entry-level (10th percentile) starts at $28,180, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $45,600.

How much does it cost to become a paramedic in Kansas? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($160) and application fee ($65) and required training.

How quickly can I become a paramedic in Kansas? expand_more

In Kansas, becoming a paramedic generally takes 1-2 years, accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

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

To keep your license active, Kansas mandates 60.0 CE hours every 2.0 years.