FIRE 810 - Firefighter Cadet I

    Recent Professors
    Christy Y. Baird, Robert H. Fisher
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    30–35 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Successful completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, a State Fire Marshal certified basic firefighting academy or equivalent as determined by the Coordinator of the Fire Technology program. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Successful completion of a National Registry certified Emergency Medical Technician: Basic course or equivalent as determined by the Coordinator of the Fire Technology program. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency. Acceptance into a fire agency cadet program. Cadets (or volunteer firefighters) are subjected to an interview process by a fire department before being chosen as a cadet. Minimum requirements to be chosen as a cadet are successful completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, a Fire Academy, successful completion of an EMT course and possession of an EMT certificate, age of 18 or older, and a valid California Driver License.
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Under supervision, students will learn to work in a firehouse environment alongside professional firefighters. Students will be introduced to basic situations in a working firehouse, including hands-on training, emergency response, clerical responsibilities and other duties as assigned. Students will be able to use these hours towards their requirement for their Firefighter 2 State Certification.
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