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FDHOPEFUL33

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Any rumors of a class before february? What number do guys who are on the job or in the academy think they'll get up to.fill 120 or70..However big this class will be
 
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Michael Iacono

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Hey guys...considering FDNY for about a year now. Im about to get my EMT Cert and have some questions maybe you guys can answer..

1.) Is there a residency in FDNY??? Do I have to live in NYC or even NY state. Can I live in Jersey or maybe even PA???

2.) Does FDNY Pay for a paramedic program??? Is so, do they have their own program or do they just reimburse you to go through another agency/school?? Is it hard to get into paramedic if you start as an EMT???

3.) Is there lots of OT? Is it capped at 35%???

4.) How much is longeivity and meal money worth on the annual level???

5.) How do I apply? By phone or by test? How long does it take to get in???

thanks...
 
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Xerjak

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1) As an EMT in the FDNY you do NOT need residency. For other positions you need it.

2) From what I've heard, you can go through Medic school through the FDNY but apparently you are required to stay with the FDNY as a paramedic for 3 years if you go that route, otherwise you will have to pay that back

5) You apply online through the DCAS website. I believe you just missed the last application period so you'll have to wait until August/September of 2016. From the point of application it seems like it can take anywhere between 1-2 years from that point. Typically 1.5 years it looks like.

I'm just a candidate myself though so I'm only answering based on my very limited knowledge, others can clarify or correct me here.
 
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Jcarl

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For you guys and gals in the Acadmy what is PT like? How long are the runs and are they group or timed and is that graded?
 
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FDNYEMT

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I heard there might be a January class? Anyone else heard the same ?
 
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Jcarl said:
For you guys and gals in the Acadmy what is PT like? How long are the runs and are they group or timed and is that graded?
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PT isn't bad on the first day u do a timed run after that it's sorta at your own pace but they do push u its a lot of running and some strength training like push-ups squats v ups ect .. Just don't give up and be the guy that drops and ends up going to the hospital , start working out now if u don't
 
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Jcarl

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Hunter118 said:
PT isn't bad on the first day u do a timed run after that it's sorta at your own pace but they do push u its a lot of running and some strength training like push-ups squats v ups ect .. Just don't give up and be the guy that drops and ends up going to the hospital , start working out now if u don't
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Thank you I do work out now I was just curious. I'm waiting for the letter to Appel my weight now
 
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billwill said:
Definitely January or February. There are some rumors about a very small EMD class in December too
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Oh alright because I was talking to someone down at metro and they said there's gonna be a January but no February . so Idk. Just curious to see if anyone else heard anything
 
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FDHOPEFUL33

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guys pray for a january class haha that one month makes a huge difference, i cant sit around anymore man. any rumors u guys get, let em fly on here. gives all of us something to look forward to haha. come on January class!
 
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jjay449

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Same here bud. The waiting is rough. As I mentioned before, my investigator brought up a possible December academy. We have to just wait and see
 
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tenfourems

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I've been medically cleared since June and I'm from 5003 list number 15*, will I ever need to go back for another medical since its been a while since I was cleared, or am I good until I get called?
 
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Michael Iacono

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So im about to get certified and am still in testing but it ill be soon that im an EMT. - In Pennsylvania that is.

What steps do I take to make it into FDNY??? Can I apply by phone or is it civil service test only??? How do I get reciprocity for NY before applying??? And do I need REMAC???
 
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Michael Iacono

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BTW - If I was to get the job, I plan on living in PA at first since there is no residency and commuting everyday. I know its alittle crazy but 31k to start is gonna be a struggle.

Questions...1.) How long does it take to get accepted into FDNY's paramedic program???
2.) Is it ran by the FDNY or do they just pay for school and reimburse you and you go on ur own time???
 
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Woodenspoon

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Sorry to step away from the hiring process topic. Maybe this should be in a different thread...but has anyone heard that FDNY is staffing the Marine Units with EMT's now?
 
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Tvel207

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Hey guys I'm new to this thread but am from the 5003 list, my number is 207 was wondering if anyone knows if I have a good shot at the January/February class
 
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