The FDNY held a graduation ceremony on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, to celebrate its newest class of paramedics.
The event took place at the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn.
According to FDNY, the graduates completed the Paramedic Basic Program, which included training at the EMS Academy at Fort Totten, clinical internships at hospitals, and field rotations over a 10-month period.
FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker addressed the graduates, emphasizing their dedication and the importance of their role: “You have put in the time and effort to take your skills to the next level by becoming a paramedic, now equipped to offer advanced medical care to our neediest New Yorkers.”
He added: “Your selflessness and professionalism define FDNY EMS, and we appreciate all the work you do to keep our city safe. Today’s promotion is the next step in your extraordinary path of service.”
Chief of EMS Operations Michael Fields also commended the graduates, highlighting the demanding nature of the program: “The journey to become a paramedic is not an easy one. It demands almost one year of rigorous training, countless hours of practical experience and a stubborn spirit.”
Fields noted the critical skills graduates developed during their training, including the ability to remain calm under pressure and provide compassionate care.
The newly graduated paramedics will begin their roles across various units in New York City.
This next phase marks the practical application of their extensive training, allowing them to deliver advanced medical care in real-world emergencies.
Their assignments will support FDNY EMS operations citywide, reinforcing the department’s capacity to respond to medical emergencies.
The FDNY held a graduation event on November 20, 2024, at the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn for its newest paramedics.
Graduates completed a rigorous 10-month training program that included work at the EMS Academy, hospital internships, and field rotations.
FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker and Chief of EMS Operations Michael Fields commended the graduates for their dedication and readiness to serve.
The paramedics will be deployed to units throughout New York City to deliver advanced medical care.
