FIRE SERVICE
The Fire Service is a dynamic and challenging career. A single shift can have you at the scene of a vehicle accident with multiple patients, structure fires, numerous and varied medical calls, gas leaks, fallen wires, extinguishing a wildland fire and simply helping a member of the public with directions! To handle a day like that requires the ability to adapt, make quick decisions, have a good attitude and, to work well as a crew and with the citizens you serve.
Department specialities can vary from Hazardous Materials, Marine Units, Special Rescue Units, Airport Stations, Arson Investigators, Fire Inspectors and Dispatch.
Requirements (vary by department):
City, County, State:
Written Exam
Physical Ability Test
Psychological Exam
Oral Interviews
Background Check
Firefighter 1 Certification/Academy
Firefighter Basic Certification (CAL FIRE)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Paramedic
How We Can Help:
Pathways To:
Physical Ability Preparation Training
Oral Interview Training
Certificate Courses
College Courses
EMT Courses
Financial Aid:
Physical Ability Test Fees
Written Exam Fees
Application Fees
Certificate and College Courses
Fire Academy Fees
EMT Fees