Indian River State College Public Service Academy Celebrates Emergency Medical Technician Graduation 

FORT PIERCE, FL (December 11, 2025) – The Public Service Academy at Indian River State College (The River) announces 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. 

Program Information: 

• Institution: Indian River State College 

• Program: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Technical Certificate 

• Location: Public Safety Training Complex, Fort Pierce, Florida 

• Graduation Date: December 10, 2025 

• Number of Graduates: 75 

• Program Credits: 12 credits 

• Program Type: Selective Admission Technical Certificate 

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 Indian River State College, stated: “These graduates represent the very best of what Indian River State College 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 credits 

• EMS 1119L Emergency Medical Technician Lab: 2 credits 

• EMS 1431 EMT Clinical/Field Experience: 1 credit 

• Total Program Credits: 12 credits 

Graduates – Emergency Medical Technician Class of 2025: Mario Almanza, Hayden Atherton, Jyce Auzenne, 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, Jerry DiPhillippo, 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, Nicholas Krestalude, William Lane, Lashley Laurent, Genora Littlejohn, Joseph Lucchini, Brandon Marrero, Traive Martinez, 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, Braden Safdir, Peter Salamone, Elyse Sierra, Kolton Sivalls, Darshan Stone Jr, Wyatt Thornton, Brenna Tietz, Jason Tropepe, Angel Vazquez, Nicolas Viteri, Michael Walsh, Ryan Wolfe 

Career Opportunities for Graduates: 

• Emergency Medical Technician 

• Public Safety Telecommunicator 

About Indian River State College Public Service Academy: The Public Service Academy at Indian River State College 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 Standards 

• Program meets State of Florida statutes and administrative code requirements 

• Graduates eligible for NREMT certification 

• Graduates eligible for Florida EMT state licensure 

For Additional Program Information:  

• Contact: Dean Lou Caprino, lcaprino@irsc.edu