The college, which encompasses the Public Safety Training Facility on Scottsville Road, has trained numerous qualified EMTs since its doors opened in 1974 and has a nationally-accredited and well-respected paramedic program. “Utilizing and enhancing the existing educational infrastructure will help ensure that the funds will be used effectively to remove barriers to the profession, diversify the workforce and assure quality in care delivery for our communities,” says Dr. Maia Dorsett, Medical Director for the Public Safety Training Facility’s EMT and Paramedic programs.
“Historically, the EMT class has been offered in formats that do not align well with recruitment and development of new EMTs,” says Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance Chief, Jonathan Smith. “These dollars will help us attract candidates that may have previously overlooked a career in EMS because the educational requirements conflicted with other work or family commitments.” By paying candidates to attend an EMT course and covering their educational costs, Chief Smith hopes to help potential candidates balance their personal lives with their career aspirations. “This funding is an investment in the existing EMS system that empowers us to break down barriers and partner with people throughout Monroe County who want to care for their communities.”
Read the full press release here: ARPA Grant, May 2023 Media Release
