About EMIC
Emergency Medical Instruction & Consulting was founded by a Nationally Certified Fire & Emergency Services Instructor with extensive experience in law enforcement, paramedicine, fire rescue, and emergency management.
Mission & Vision
Empower to Respond
To empower individuals and organizations with critical life-saving skills, emergency preparedness training, and industry-recognized certifications.
A World Prepared
A world where every professional and organization is prepared to respond effectively to emergencies — wherever they are, whenever they need it.
Built on Field Experience
EMIC was born from years of frontline public safety work — not a classroom. Every course we design reflects real-world scenarios our instructors have lived through.
Rooted in Public Safety
Our founder began with over a decade in law enforcement, paramedicine, fire rescue, and emergency management — building the hands-on expertise that defines every EMIC course.
Subject Matter Expert
Recognized as a subject matter expert by multiple academic institutions, our founder holds instructor credentials from six nationally recognized certifying bodies.
International Reach
EMIC expanded beyond New York State to serve clients across South America, Central America, the Caribbean, Japan, Dubai, and beyond — delivering evidence-based programs worldwide.
Certified Training Center
As an AHA-authorized training center, EMIC delivers BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification courses with experienced instruction and competitive group options.
Meet the Team
Zarif H.
Founder & Lead Instructor
- Nationally Certified Fire & EMS Instructor
- 10+ years in public safety
- 6 nationally recognized certifying bodies
- Subject matter expert for academic institutions
Fareeza I.
Co-Founder
Co-founder of EMIC, bringing strategic vision and operational excellence to our organization's mission of emergency preparedness and training.
Dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations with critical life-saving skills and industry-recognized certifications.
Our Interns
Leah Rajwant
Senior Intern
Union College — Biology + Paramedic Program
Senior at Union College majoring in Biology with a minor in Psychology, concurrently enrolled in the Mohawk Valley Health System Paramedic Program. Expected to graduate June 2026.
- Administrative support & intern mentorship
- Assists instructors with training initiatives
- Interests: emergency medicine, advanced practice
Ashley Prasad
Intern – Client Support
Union College — Psychology + Spanish
Sophomore at Union College pursuing a Bachelor's in Psychology on a Pre-Health track with a minor in Spanish. Expected to graduate June 2028.
- Client services & program delivery support
- Interests: clinical psychology, public health
- Goal: advanced degree in psychology / healthcare
What We Offer
EMIC delivers critical life-saving skills and emergency preparedness training to a diverse range of professionals — from first responders to community members.
First Responders
Specialized training for law enforcement, fire, and EMS professionals
Healthcare Providers
Advanced medical certifications and emergency response protocols
Corporate Teams
Workplace safety training and emergency preparedness programs
Educators
School-based emergency response and student safety training
Security Personnel
Active threat response and tactical medical instruction
Community Members
Public CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness courses
Regional & International Expertise
While we serve Upstate New York, our work extends across the country and internationally. We support medical teams, schools, workplaces, and community organizations with evidence-based emergency preparedness programs.
How We Approach Training
Practical Instruction
Training emphasizes decisions, communication, and skills learners can apply in realistic emergencies.
Focused Coaching
Instructors create space for questions, correction, repetition, and scenario-based practice.
Flexible Delivery
Individuals and organizations can select scheduling and delivery options that fit their operational needs.
Clear Completion Path
Students receive direct guidance for preparation, course completion, records, and next steps.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact us today to discuss your emergency preparedness needs and discover how EMIC can help your organization.