How long would it take to become a fire fighter?

Answer 1

You have to be 18 to be able to go into an actual structure fire. However, you can join at the age of 13 at a lot of departments, and are just considered a junior firefighter or cadet. Most fire stations around me say that you have to be 16 to be junior. But you to go into a fire you have to be 18

Answer 2

This question is difficult to answer due to there being no real definition of what you need to be a "firefighter." However, commonly accepted is the idea that a true firefighter must have Fire Fighter 1 certification. This course takes on average 150 hours, which can be spread over the course of one or two months, or possibly broken up into sections. This all varies depending on your location.

In addition, most firefighters will continue their training. Courses such as Fire Fighter 2, Emergency Medical Technician, Vehicle Rescue, Fire Officer, and many more are offered to firefighters. Many firefighters continue taking courses their entire career to keep their skills up to date, and to expand upon their knowledge and abilities.

Answer 3

All fire departments can set their own hiring requirements, but many (especially rural and volunteer) departments will not require any schooling beyond high school. Some fire departments will hire untrained individuals, then train them.

Answer 4

Education and training. Most fire fighters have a high school diploma, however, the completion of community college courses, or in some cases, an associate degree, in fire science may improve an applicant's chances for a job. A number of colleges and universities offer courses leading to 2- or 4-year degrees in fire engineering or fire science. In recent years, an increasing proportion of new fire fighters have had some education after high school.

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Answer 5

Most departments say your have to be 18 years old. And a few ask that you be 21 years old.

Answer 6

16 to be a junior firefighter or 18 to be a firefighter

Answer 7

The answer can vary depending on what state you want to be a firefighter in. Each state has a specific number of years. Try researching just your state in particular.

Answer 8

about 4 years of collage