EMT Salary in Alaska (2026)

How to Become an EMT in Alaska

To become a certified EMT in Alaska, individuals must complete a state-approved EMT-1 training program, which is typically 140-160 hours in length, and hold a valid CPR certification. The licensing body is the Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Health, Emergency Medical Services Unit. Candidates must pass the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams. Alaska offers reciprocity to EMT-1 level for those with current National Registry EMT certification and who complete additional state-specific training. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and are subject to a criminal background check.

EMT Requirements in Alaska

Detail	Alaska
Licensing Body	Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Health, Emergency Medical Services Unit
State License Required	Yes
Education	State-approved EMT-1 training program (minimum 140-160 hours). CPR certification is a prerequisite for the EMT-I course. High School Diploma/GED is generally expected but not explicitly stated as a prerequisite on the official EMS site for EMT-1.
Exam	NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams ($104)
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing Education	40.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Must be at least 18 years old. Requires a criminal background check. Beginning April 2025, a one-time completion of a four-hour traffic incident management responder training is required for all initial licenses and recertifications.

Source: Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Health, Emergency Medical Services Unit

License Tiers

Alaska offers multiple tiers of emt licensing:

Tier	Hours Required
EMR	N/A
EMT-1	N/A
EMT-2	N/A
EMT-3	N/A
Advanced EMT	N/A
Paramedic	N/A

EMT Salary in Alaska

The median emt salary in Alaska is $56,900 per year, which is 37.6% above the national median of $41,340.

Percentile	Annual Salary
10th (entry level)	$48,200
25th	$49,080
50th (median)	$56,900
75th	$64,780
90th (experienced)	$85,790

Alaska employs approximately 290 emts.

EMT Job Outlook

10-Year Growth

+5.1%

Faster than average

Annual Openings

14.1

Nationwide per year

Total Employment

181

Nationwide

Is Becoming an EMT in Alaska Worth It?

Factors to consider: Alaska's cost of living, the state licensing requirement, strong job growth, and your personal career goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to becoming an emt in Alaska?

To become an emt in Alaska, you need to complete the required education (State-approved EMT-1 training program (minimum 140-160 hours). CPR certification is a prerequisite for the EMT-I course. High School Diploma/GED is generally expected but not explicitly stated as a prerequisite on the official EMS site for EMT-1.), and pass the NREMT Cognitive and Psychomotor Exams.

Does Alaska require emt licensure?

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

How much does an emt make in Alaska?

In Alaska, the median pay for emts comes to $56,900/year. — 38% higher than the $41,340 national figure. Entry-level (10th percentile) starts at $48,200, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $85,790.

What are the fees to become an emt in Alaska?

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($104) and required training.

What's required to renew a emt license in Alaska?

Alaska requires 40.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your emt license.