Overview
The Firefighter Academy is about preparing each cadet for a fulfilling career in the fire service industry.
Its mission is to instill discipline, character, professionalism, teamwork, integrity, credibility, physical ability, knowledge, and skills to perform as a firefighter in a safe manner. The program is known for producing well-trained, highly employable firefighters.
What You'll Learn
The 19-week NCC Firefighter Academy is offered annually in February and August. The eight-week EMT class typically begins within two weeks of the end of each Firefighter Academy.
The academy accepts applications from July through November. An informational meeting is held in October with family and friends encouraged to attend.Â
Certifications Acquired Upon Completion
- NC Firefighter 1 & 2
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Incident Command System 100, 200, 700, 800
- Emergency Vehicle Driver
- Rapid Intervention CrewÂ
- CPR
Additional Training in the Following Areas
- Health and Nutrition
- Physical Fitness
- Firefighter Survival
- Rapid Intervention Team
- May Day
- Interview Techniques
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Medical Screening
- Driving Record
Career firefighter starting salaries usually average $35,000 to $50,000 per year.
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