One year program, three hours per day

Prerequisite: none

Related College or Technical School Majors: Firefighting

Job Opportunities:  Fire Departments 

Students will be taught the skills needed to qualify for the national certification for level I and II Firefighter. Fire behavior and suppression will be one of the major topics of discussion at the beginning of the class. Dispatch communications, strategy & tactics, along with search and rescue techniques will be emphasized. Firefighting equipment will be taught with a hands-on approach with our own fire engine. Ride outs on fire engines with local fire departments is also a possibility for clinical experiences. Fire prevention, public education and awareness will also be discussed.

 Supply cost to student:  Approximately $125 for uniform and other supplies.

Fire Service History
Dispatch Communications & Alarms
Fire Behavior & Chemistry
Personal Protective Envelope (fire gear)
Portable Fire Extinguishers
Water Supply
Fire Hose Operations
Fire Streams & Foam Operations
Fire Detection & Suppression Systems
Ropes & Knots
Fire Service Ladders
Forcible Entry
Search & Rescue
Salvage & Overhaul
Fire Cause Determination
Fire Prevention & Public Education
Pre Incident Planning
Incident Command
Strategy & Tactics
Firefighter Survival Techniques
Basic Auto Extrication
Confined Space Awareness & Operations
Rope Rescue
Trench Rescue
Hazardous Materials & Weapons of Mass Destruction
 

Successful completion of the course written and practical examination will enable the student to be nationally and locally certified as a Firefighter I & II.  This is a three-hour class, open to all 11th and 12th grade students. No prerequisite classes.