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Once you’ve applied to become an EMT with the FDNY, it’s important to begin preparing for entry into the FDNY EMS Academy. The Academy’s goal is to equip probationary EMTs with more than just physical readiness; it also focuses on preparing them mentally and emotionally for the profession, the career ahead, and the challenges they may face in the field. Instructors will provide support in the classroom, during physical training, and in helping future FDNY EMTs become the best versions of themsel