Hancock Hosts EMS & Paramedicine Graduations
MAY 29, 2026-- Allan Hancock College celebrated a new group of graduates from its emergency medical services and paramedicine academies May 29.
The college hosted two separate ceremonies for both programs at its Public Safety
Training Complex in Lompoc.
“Today marks the culmination of their dedication, sacrifice and hard work,” Hancock
EMS and Paramedicine Coordinator Sean Newton said. “They are ready to serve their
communities with skill and compassion.”
A total of 32 cadets graduated from the EMS Academy, a 200-hour program that trained
them to provide basic life-saving skills and pass a national registry test to become
emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
“We have all learned so much in the last few months,” said graduating EMT Angel Rocha.
“Now it’s time for us to take care of our community.”
Thirteen cadets graduated from the Paramedicine Academy, a program that included 1,100
hours of coursework and hands-on training, preparing the cadets for state certification
as paramedics specializing in trauma, cardiovascular and pediatric care.
“This class persevered and showed resilience to overcome many obstacles we faced,”
said Paramedicine Academy graduate Tobias Norby. “There’s no doubt in my mind that
we will all have long, fulfilling careers.”
To learn more about public safety programs at Hancock, visit https://www.hancockcollege.edu/pathways/public-services/index.php.
