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³Ô¹ÏÍø Public Service Academy Celebrates Emergency Medical Technician GraduationÌý

FORT PIERCE, FL (December 11, 2025) –Ìý°Õ³ó±ðÌýPublic Service Academy at ³Ô¹ÏÍø (The River)Ìýannounces the graduation of 75 Emergency Medical Technicians from its EMT certificate program. The graduation ceremony was held at the Public Safety Training Complex at The River’s main campus in Fort Pierce, Florida.Ìý

A group of approximately 30 young people in matching light blue polo shirts and dark navy pants standing together outdoors in front of an American flag and flagpole with an eternal flame monument, surrounded by palm trees and other vegetation on a sunny day.
EMT students gather for a group photo in their uniforms prior to their graduation ceremony, representing dedication and teamwork

Program Information: 

  • Institution:Ìý³Ô¹ÏÍøÌý
  • Program:ÌýEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) Technical CertificateÌý
  • ³¢´Ç³¦²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:ÌýPublic Safety Training Complex, Fort Pierce, FloridaÌý
  • Graduation Date:ÌýDecember 10, 2025Ìý
  • Number of Graduates:Ìý75Ìý
  • Program Credits:Ìý12 creditsÌý
  • Program Type:ÌýSelective Admission Technical CertificateÌý

The graduates completed a 12-credit certificate program that included classroom instruction, hands-on skills laboratories, clinical rotations, and field internship experiences. The program meets the National EMS Education Standards and State of Florida statutes, preparing entry-level emergency medical technicians in cognitive knowledge, psychomotor skills, and affective behavioral learning domains. 

Dr. Timothy E. Moore, President of ³Ô¹ÏÍø, stated: “These graduates represent the very best of what ³Ô¹ÏÍø stands for – commitment to excellence, service to community, and dedication to making a difference in people’s lives. As they begin their careers in emergency medical services, they carry with them the skills, knowledge, and values that will enable them to provide critical care when our community needs it most.” 

Dean Lou Caprino stated: “We are incredibly proud of these 75 graduates who have worked tirelessly to master the demanding skills required of emergency medical technicians. Their success in this program demonstrates not only their technical competence but also their compassion and commitment to serving others in times of crisis. They are ready to make an immediate and positive impact in emergency medical services.” 

Graduates are eligible to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) EMT certification exam. Upon passing the NREMT exam, graduates receive the Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician credential and become eligible to apply for licensure with the State of Florida. 

Course Requirements: 

  • EMS 1119 Emergency Medical Technician: 9 creditsÌý
  • EMS 1119L Emergency Medical Technician Lab: 2 creditsÌý
  • EMS 1431 EMT Clinical/Field Experience: 1 creditÌý
  • Total Program Credits: 12 creditsÌý

Graduates – Emergency Medical Technician Class of 2025:ÌýMario Almanza, Hayden Atherton,ÌýJyceÌýAuzenne, Jonathan Baker, Walker Baker, Alexis Bannon, Christian Beard, Eliana Blazek, Jessica Bryant, Kaitlyn Cameron, David Campbell, Louis Caswell, Parker Chambers, Jacob Childers, Jeremie Daniel, Tyler Davidson, Ethan Desmarais, JerryÌýDiPhillippo, Matthew Faber, Ryan Fenelon, Breanna Fisher, Ellieanna Flint, Allison Foley, Giselle Gamez, Amelia Garcia, Grace Gil, Jason Goff, James Goughler, Mya Griffith, Aidan Harrison, Tyler Hazlett, Hugo Hernandez, Matthew Hernandez, Matthew Hirl, Zachary Holbrook, Ryan Holderfield, Dylan Huddleston, Toure Kahl, NicholasÌýKrestalude, William Lane, Lashley Laurent, Genora Littlejohn, Joseph Lucchini, Brandon Marrero,ÌýTraiveÌýMartinez, Cameron Meyer, Joseph Milles, Jenna Missett, Raymond Missett, Taggert Mowery, Alexander Murcia, Michael Nix, Ciaran O’Connor, Ava Partlow, Harsh Patel, Logan Penney, Cristian Perez-Velasquez, Priyansh Pilly, Joseph Pociask, Anthony Riesgo, Troy Roscoe, Kyle Ruderman, BradenÌýSafdir, Peter Salamone, Elyse Sierra, KoltonÌýSivalls, Darshan Stone Jr, Wyatt Thornton, Brenna Tietz, JasonÌýTropepe, Angel Vazquez, Nicolas Viteri, Michael Walsh, Ryan WolfeÌý

Career Opportunities for Graduates: 

  • Emergency Medical TechnicianÌý
  • Public Safety TelecommunicatorÌý

About ³Ô¹ÏÍø Public Service Academy: The Public Service Academy at ³Ô¹ÏÍø operates at the Public Safety Training Complex in Fort Pierce, Florida. The Academy offers comprehensive training programs for individuals pursuing careers in emergency services and public safety. The Academy provides state-of-the-art facilities and experienced instruction to prepare students for careers serving their communities. 

Accreditation and Standards: 

  • Program meets National EMS Education StandardsÌý
  • Program meets State of Florida statutes and administrative code requirementsÌý
  • Graduates eligible for NREMT certificationÌý
  • Graduates eligible for Florida EMT state licensureÌý

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