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Fire Technology

Location: CTEC

Program Description

At some point in their life, many boys and girls want to be a firefighter. The excitement of red lights, sirens, and a commitment to serve, all play into the attraction. Deep down, firefighters are born with a desire to solve challenges and help those in need.  CTEC offers an opportunity to see if a career in firefighting is for you. Classroom instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on skills operations are all a part of the year-long Fire Technology program.

 

FIRE TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS LEARN:

  • SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus)
  • Hazardous materials awareness
  • CPR and basic/advanced first aid and life support instruction
  • Ladder use and safety
  • Hose handling
  • Rescue ropes and knots
  • Pump operation
  • Wildland and ground fires
  • Basic hand tool sharpening and use
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Firefighter survival
  • Fire behavior and fire chemistry
  • Ventilation
  • Oral interview presentation
 

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Certifications offered to students completing the Fire Technology program include:

  • HAZWOPER Awareness Certificate (Hazardous Materials Awareness)
  • OSHA Confined Space Awareness Certificate
  • First Aid and AHA CPR Certificate
  • Basic 32 Wildland Fire Certification (ICS 100, S-130, S-190, Fire Shelters)
  • Candidates Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
 

THINGS TO CONSIDER:

Fire Technology students should have average or better skills in reading and writing. Students should also have a solid attendance record. This is a physically demanding program. Students must be prepared to run, lift, and carry heavy equipment.

 

HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT AVAILABLE:

Students earn 15 units of elective credit each semester toward their high school graduation.

College prep course. A-G approved. Meets area "G" approval for UC and CSU admissions.

 

BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE CREDIT AVAILABLE:

This is an actual college-level course. CTEC Fire Technology is a dual enrollment class in conjunction with Bakersfield College. In addition to receiving the above KHSD credit, students may earn 3 college units in FIRE B1 Fire Technology in the first semester and 3 additional units in EMTC B51 Emergency Medical Responder in the second semester.

 

CAREER PATHWAYS AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS:

This is a career awareness class that instructs students on the basics necessary for entry-level employment. Successful Firefighting students often pursue careers in the following:

  • Metro Firefighter
  • Wildland Firefighter
  • EMT / Paramedic
  • Safety Officer
  • Fire Dispatch
  • Fire Inspectors and Investigator
  • Forestry Ranger
  • Military