About Justin
Justin Fortin is a Paramedic Lead Instructor in the University of New Haven’s Paramedicine
Program. He is a nationally registered paramedic and Connecticut EMS Instructor with
extensive experience in emergency medical services education, curriculum development,
simulation-based learning, and professional training.
Fortin earned his Master of Education in Curriculum Development from Post University
and a Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Administration from Charter Oak State College.
He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction
at Liberty University, where his doctoral research focuses on improving educational
outcomes and first-attempt National Registry performance among secondary-level EMT
students.
Throughout his career, Fortin has served in a variety of EMS educational roles, including
paramedic instructor, training and education supervisor, and adjunct faculty member.
His teaching experience spans EMT and paramedic education, undergraduate health sciences,
clinical skills instruction, and high-fidelity simulation. His educational interests
include experiential learning, simulation design, curriculum alignment, student assessment,
and bridging the gap between classroom instruction and real-world clinical decision-making.
Beyond the classroom, Fortin is actively involved in career and technical education
through SkillsUSA Connecticut and serves on the SkillsUSA National Technical Committee
for the Emergency Medical Technician competition. He also brings experience in public
safety leadership, professional training, and program development to his work with
future healthcare professionals.
Fortin’s approach to education centers on creating meaningful learning experiences
that require students to apply knowledge rather than simply recall it. He believes
effective paramedic education should develop not only clinical competence, but also
critical thinking, communication, adaptability, professionalism, and confidence in
decision-making.