Courses

Fire Science I (530011) - Year-long 1st period

Fire Fighter Training Course (530012) - Year-long 2nd period (must be taken concurrently with Fire Science I)

Prerequisite: Desire to work in public safety, excellent attendance & discipline records, application completed (see counselor), parental approval required

Physical Requirements: This is a physically demanding course which requires the student to be in good physical condition

Selection: Interview with Trussville Fire & Rescue instructors required, preference given to those students that are already explorers and those entering the 12^th grade

Labs/Drills: Students will be periodically required to participate in labs and drills outside of regular school hours i.e. before school, after school, or weekend days.

Fees required: $100

Dual Enrollment EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)

Prerequisite: Course open to all students in Grade 12 with 3.0 GPA or higher.

Qualifying Biomedical and Fire and Emergency Services Academy students will be given preference but prior participation in these programs is not required. The course provides students with insights into the theory and application of concepts related to the profession of emergency medical services and is required to apply for certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Specific topics include: EMS preparatory, airway maintenance, patient assessment, management of trauma patients, management of medical patients, treating infants and children, and various EMS operations. The course is based on the NHTSA National Emergency Medical Services Education Standards and provides students with clinical education experiences to enhance knowledge and skills learned in the EMS 118, Emergency Medical Technician Theory and Lab. This course helps students prepare for the National Registry Exam which they are expected to take up course completion.