FIREFIGHTING
Course Code:
8705/8706
Course Description:
This one year program requires discipline and attention to academic and professional standards to successfully fight live fires, address hazardous-materials (HAZMAT) incidents, and conduct search-and-rescue operations. Students will also respond to situations caused by simulated terrorism, accidents, and natural disasters by managing resources such as medivac helicopters, emergency medical personnel, technical rescue teams, and community-based organizations. Students will become familiar with the procedures, equipment, and technologies used by fire departments. This course challenges students academically, mentally, and physically to meet the standards of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) leading to an opportunity to obtain a Firefighter I & II certifications.
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Topics of Study: Basic life support Hazardous material awareness and operations Fire behavior, building construction, and forcible entry Ladders, water supply, sprinkler systems, and ventilation Incident management systems Building Search Fire cause and origin Pre-incident survey Fire department communications, radio systems, and reporting
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Campus Location: Butler Farm, Hampton Sessions: AM – Woodside Lane Campus PM – Butler Farm Campus Class Size: 20 students Credentials: Firefighter I & II Examination – Virginia Department of Fire Programs Hazardous Materials Awareness – Virginia Department of Fire Programs
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Career & Technical Student Organization: SkillsUSA Work-Based Learning Opportunities: TBA Course Prerequisites: Must be 16 years of age at the beginning of the course Completed 10th grade English with a grade of “C” or better Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the English language at the 10th grade level Must have a physical exam completed by August 1st on the NHREC Physical Form Must attend after school and weekend mandatory sessions Must complete BLS for Healthcare Providers during the 1st weekend of school
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Instructor Bio:
James Hickman
757-766-1100 ext. 3341
28 Years in the Hampton Fire Department reaching the rank of Lieutenant
10 Years in the Training Division with Hampton Fire Department
40 Years Experience in the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Department
Captain of the Carrollton Volunteer Department
Adjunct Fire Instructor for the Virginia Department of Fire Programs
Received numerous fire service awards from Knights of Columbus, VFW Firefighter of the Year, & Chincoteague Fire Department EMT of the Year
Projected Employment:
Employment of firefighters is projected to grow 4 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
“Firefighters” Occupational Outlook Handbook, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 11 October, 2023. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/firefighters.htm#tab-6
Career Pathways:
Firefighter
Fire Inspector
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Management Director