The instructional staff must maintain technical competency, meet the requirements to be an approved instructor and meet all state and local requirements for accreditation.
Chief Snider has 25 years of paid professional experience and over 30+ years of emergency response experience in public service. Chief Snider transitioned into teaching after medical retirement. Here are some of Chief Sniders' training and certifications:
Associate degree in Fire Technology
Career Technical Education Designated Subject Credential
Fire Officer Certificate
State Certified Firefighter I and II
California Firefighting Joint Apprentice Program - Firefighter and Engineer
Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor (AHA)
California State Firefighters' Association Pathways Committee Member
Chief Snyder has 18 years of paid professional experience and over 11 years of emergency response experience in public service as a Paramedic. Chief Snyder transitioned into teaching after medical retirement. Here are some of Chief Snyders' training and certifications:
Career Technical Education Designated Subject Credential
Nationally Licensed Paramedic
California Firefighting Joint Apprentice Program - Firefighter
Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor (AHA)
EMS World Conference
California State Firefighters Association Conference
California EMS and Disaster Convention