Fire and EMS Training Description

Firefighter I

Dates: 01/17/2023 - 05/25/2023

Time: 1800 - 2150; T, R;

Cost: 589.13

Location: S Building, Room S231, S230; Fire Training Grounds

Instructor: Dennis Graff

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.

The class will meet Tuesday and Thursday weekly. Additionally, Class will meet on Saturday, May 13th, 8am to 12pm for Hardarous Material Operations Lab.

Dress code required.

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

Dates:
12/05/2022 - 1:00 to 4:00pm; S Building, Room 208
12/12/2022 - 6:00 to 9:00pm; S Building, Room 208

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

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