Fire and EMS Training Description

Firefighter I

Dates: 8/17/21-12/16/21 T,R

Time: 8:00am-11:50am

Cost: 500.85

Location: S building, room S233

Instructor: Michael Jones

Please note: There is a Mandatory Program Expectation Session to take this class.

Description:

This course meets the NFPA 1001, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications, training requirements for WTCS Firefighter I certification. (Students must also complete the Hazardous Materials Operations course to be eligible for WTCS Firefighter I certification testing.) Students are given the opportunity to learn, develop and practice the practical skills required to perform as a firefighter, while also receiving the didactic theory required to support those skills and related firefighting functions. This course extends past the entry-level courses to better prepare the student to function as a firefighter while also providing the necessary education and skills to be eligible for WTCS Firefighter I certification testing.

Extra Info:

Students will also be registered for Hazardous Materials Operations which takes place during the Firefighter I course.  Cost $78.20

The Firefighter I course is very physical in nature and requires students to be able to perform critical job tasks associated with the firefighting profession.  Please ensure that you are in good health prior to registering for this course.

Any student participating in WCTC Firefighter I training must be evaluated by a physician or other primary qualified health care provider (“PQHCP”) to ensure the student is able to perform essential firefighting tasks without presenting an unreasonable risk to the safety of others.

Dress code required.

Each student must attend a mandatory program expectation session and choose the date during sign up.

Sessions are:  

Tuesday, July 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm, S building, room S210

Wednesday, July 14, 6:00pm - 9:00pm, S building, room S210

Thursday, July 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm, via zoom https://wctc.zoom.us/j/96963614170

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