09/25/2026
This month, we’re shining the Beyond the Ambulance spotlight on Holli Dye, a Paramedic and EMS Training Officer and Instructor at Coweta County Fire Rescue (CCFR).
Serving CCFR for seven years, Holli’s primary responsibilities include coordinating and teaching our Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) recruit school. She also manages ongoing education for CCFR personnel, conducts American Heart CPR and Advanced Life Support courses and ensures that all emergency medical services (EMS) certifications are up to state and national standards.
One of the aspects Holli values most about her role is witnessing the growth and success of the recruits.
“It’s amazing to watch the new recruits, who are often nervous on their first day, gain confidence and master new skills,” Holli shares. “I love knowing that the training we provide goes beyond the classroom; it truly impacts patient care and shapes the future career of the recruits.”
Holli also highlights the significant impact of the Training Division.
“Every new recruit we help develop has the potential to make a difference in someone’s life on their worst day,” Holli notes.
While her contributions might appear indirect in terms of community impact, Holli emphasizes that she plays a crucial role in preparing those who respond to emergencies.
“Though I’m not on every ambulance responding to calls, I have the opportunity to influence and teach the individuals who do respond through education and training,” Holli explains. “I’ve had recruits come back after graduation to share stories about calls they ran, recalling lessons I taught them or a funny scenario we used in class that helped them when it mattered.”
Holli was drawn to join the fire service as a kid. Her dad was a firefighter who loved the job and helping people.
“I remember watching the TV show ‘Emergency!’ with him and I was immediately interested in this career,” Holli recalls. “My dad taught me the value of hard work, integrity, being there for others when they need help and passing on knowledge and experience to others.”
For Holli, being a paramedic means being there for people when they need help the most – whether that’s responding to calls and performing skills, talking to someone on their worst day or helping new recruits learn.
“It also requires commitment, the ability to adapt and maintain a passion for lifelong learning,” Holli asserts. “One of my goals is to help Coweta County Fire Rescue grow, invest and develop the people that will one day take my place.”
Holli also expresses her appreciation for her Fire and EMS family, highlighting the significance of working alongside individuals who are committed to the future of the organization and to one another.
“All my success is a reflection of the support, mentorship and teamwork I have experienced throughout my career,” Holli says. “And that is what I want to pass on to everyone I have the privilege of helping and teaching.”
Join us in thanking Holli for her remarkable service, leadership, dedication to lifelong learning and passion in teaching our EMT/AEMT recruits and helping citizens of Coweta County! We are thankful to have her as a part of our team and appreciate all you do.
