FDNY holds graduation ceremony for its newest class of paramedics

November 20, 2024

The FDNY welcomed its latest class of paramedics to its ranks at a graduation ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at the Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn.

The paramedics graduated from the FDNY Paramedic Basic Program, training at the EMS Academy at Fort Totten, at hospitals on clinical internships and in field rotations over the last 10 months.

"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," FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker said. "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."

FDNY Chief of EMS Operations Michael Fields said: "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. It requires the ability to remain calm under pressure, to make split-second decisions and provide compassionate care to those in need. These individuals have demonstrated all of these qualities and more, proving themselves worthy of this promotion."

The new paramedics will be assigned to units throughout New York City.