FDNY welcomes 135 probationary EMTs
NEW YORK -- The FDNY welcomed a new class of EMTs Tuesday.
The class of 135 probationary EMTs graduated after training for 16 weeks at the EMS academy.
They received training for life-saving skills, including CPR, medical and trauma assessments, oxygen and ventilation skills, and emergency childbirth.
Fire Commissioner Laura Kavanagh presided over the graduation ceremony.
"It is the start of a career that will challenge and test you. One that is guaranteed to reward you. When people decide to make a career out of public service, it's because they are called to a mission that is greater than themselves," she said.
The new EMTs will be assigned to units throughout the five boroughs.
