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Pursueing a Firefighter career ?

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ZekeZeke


I am 15 years old and attempting to get a good chance for becoming a firefighter.

There are no 'junior cadet fire training' programs in my area, so i decided that in 2 years, i could have a co-op placement at the fire station. Is this a good idea

I heard that they make around 50K-70K is this suitable to live off of? I expect to buy a condo near the beach in the near future.

I also heard that its really difficult to become placed, so would they tell me to go out of the province/area to be placed?

I am going to get all my training done before and during college, and i read the requirements..

I will have about 2 pre-requisites when the time comes, but wat are the chances of me getting the job?

I am determined, strong-willed and physically fit.

I would appreciate any of my questions answered, thanks.

Gavin
Gavin

It helps if you have an AS degree in Fire Science along with paramedic training or experience. You can start off as a volunteer with smaller departments before turning pro.

Since a lot of your career progression depends on physical fitness and testing, complete your Firefighter 1 at a local community college.

A full-time firefighter makes around $35k a year in the beginning years. This will increase or decrease based on experience and hiring levels in your city's fire department.

Zebraghost
Zebraghost

Your question is biased toward "go for it."

Efrain King
Efrain King

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