Career questions tagged firefighting
Could you guide me on how to find job opportunities that align with my qualifications and any additional steps I can take to improve my chances of employment?
I would like to seek your advice on job opportunities related to my qualifications. I currently hold certificates in fire fighting, first aid, and administration, and I have been studying Occupational Health and Safety (Level 4) this year, awaiting my results. I live in Ondangwa, Namibia and am looking for a job in industries such as mining, factories, or other workplaces where my skills and certifications would be valuable. *Note: This is an anonymous question submitted by a learner.
Palo Alto
What does a day in the life of a big city firefighter look like?
I know every day must be different but how does a typical day go, how does a slow or boring day go, how does the scariest or most exciting day go?
SeattleWhat is the best way to secure a job at a fire department?
How do I make my application stand out so that I can interview with the board to express my passion and commitment to this work?
Seattle
What steps did you take to become a firefighter?
I'm a 16 year old who wants to help people by becoming a firefighter, when im older. I was wondering what individual steps/studies did you do to become a firefighter? Is anything required to become one? Whats any advice you might think is good know about the career field.
Holland
How can I become a firefighter?
What should I do to become a full-time firefighter
Lenox
What are the steps to be a firefighter as a veteran?
My son is a Staff Sergeant in the Army Field Artillery division. When he gets out in a year, he wants to be a firefighter. What should he do to get into that career?
Savannah
How to become a firefighter ?
I’m a 8th grader I want to know what are the requirements and I am wondering if you need to go to college and get accepted in a class that talks about law enforcement
Yuma
What questions should I ask when I go to the fire station about becoming a EMT?
Hello! Thank you all for all the amazing answers/ help I got on my last question. I plan on going to my local fire station in the future to ask some questions about becoming an EMT, I am still looking for schooling, because I would very much prefer it to be an in class setting and not online. So I’m looking for guidance on questions to ask when I go and visit! I have a few in mind but help would be extremely appreciated!
Gresham
What do you take in high school to be a firefighter?
What do you take in high to be a firefighter?
Huxley
What is the best route to become a firefighter?
What are the requirements when becoming a firefighter?
San Francisco
Im 15 now im i always wanted to be a firefighter how can i start?
How can i start a Firefirefighting carrer at 15?
Rock HillHow can I become a Fire Crew Supervisor by 35?
My goals in life are to be a Frontline Fire Fighter, then continue to Fire Crew Supervisor, and after if I still have time get my Doctorate in Forestry Preservation and teach as a professor.
YachatsI am interested in becoming a firefighter, is that something I would need to go to college for? If so, what classes should I take in college and what school in MN should I attend?
I have applied to community college to major in fire science, is that a good choice I made?
United StatesWhat is the most exciting part of being a firefighter?
What makes you excited to get out of bed and go to work?
United StatesWhat are the most challenging aspects of being a firefighter?
I know if I were to become a firefighter, I would be faced with many challenges. Specifically at emergencies, do you ever leave the scene with trauma or bad memories?
United StatesWhat are a firefighters greatest strengths?
What are the greatest strengths you need to become a successful firefighter?
United States
What are the best and worst things about being a firefighter ?
I want to be a firefighter because I like fire and I want to help people. What are the best and worst things about being a firefighter ? Is it worth going to college
Yuma
How is it to be a firefighter and dangerous is it?
I’m Isaiah and I’m 13 I’m from Arizona and I wanted to be a firefighter and all I wanted to know is how difficult it is and the dangers being a firefighter. So if anyone was a firefighter or is I want to know how I can be one and what different types of firefighters there are.
Yuma
Is there anything i can do as a teen to help become a first responder
i am 14 year old transmale and want to be a first responder (paramedic i hope) is there anything i can do to right now or as a teen to help achieve that goal when im older if so what can i do? And anything i should avoid doing now?
San AntonioWhat are the recommended credentials needed for fire management and forest conservation?
I'm hoping to get a career in forestry and firefighter Managment. what are the recommended credentials needed to make a sustainable; long term job out of it?
PerryvilleWhen would be a good time to take classes for a emt?
When would be a good age to start taking classes for an emt? I really want to be one and I’m already a junior firefighter working on getting first responder experience.
Millsboro
HOW TO BE A FIREFIGHTER?
How can I become a firefighter Yeah I really really want to be a firefighter but I have NO IDEA where to start. Pls help guys ill give u anaything in return.
Colorado SpringsHello! My name is Joceline and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in Fire Inspectors field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be apart of my assignment. ?
7. Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8. Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? 9. Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10. What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career?
San JoseHello! My name is Joceline and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in Fire Inspectors field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be apart of my assignment.?
What profession did you choose? Why? How many years of college did you need to go through? What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? Were you in a college program? Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date?
San Jose
Firefighters.
Hello! My name is Tony and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the firefighting field for a foundation in health science class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be part of my assignment. 1) what profession did you choose? why? 2) How many years of college did you need to go through? 3) What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 4) How can I decide if I should earn a PH.D in this feild? 5) Were you in a college program? 6) Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? 7) Did you shadow another professional in the field? 8) Did you join any school clubs? 9) Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? 10) What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career? 11) Were you in the military before you chose your profession? 12) Are you often stressed at your job? 13) Did you grow up in a low income, medium income, or a high income environment?
San Jose
What do i need in order to become a FireFighter
I have Trouble finding out information
Glendale
How do I become a firefighter?
I am in 8th grade I love the idea of being a firefighter, I like saving people, saving properties from hot burning fires. It seems so exciting, what are some steps to take to become a firefighter when am older?
Boynton Beach
Career obstacles?
Is it hard for a girl to get into one of these fields? And is there any requirements you may not know of before going into something like this?
Rock Hill