Pre-service Firefighter Education and Training Georgian College

Program Description

Immersed in a dynamic and challenging learning environment, students develop the the ability to perform the duties of a firefighter. Through a blend of both theoretical and hands-on experience, students develop skills and knowledge of fire dynamics, building construction, fire suppression principles and practice, personal protective equipment, emergency medical response and fire prevention and public education. Students also acquire expertise in technical rescue operations such as confined space, water and ice water rescue, rope rescue, and trench rescue.

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