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Firefighter-Emergency Medical Technician
Description: This 605-hour program will prepare students to sit for and successfully complete the National Registry Examination for Emergency Medical Technician I (Basic) and qualify as a Level I Firefighter. Students will complete certified curriculum and work-based conditioning to prepare for both the academic and physical requirements of both occupations. A firefighting practicum of 80 hours will be included as a work-based learning experience.
Theory hours: 185
High School Lab hours: 420
Adult Lab hours: 420
Tuition: $ 756.25
Prerequisite: High school senior or adult students
College Credit: Yes (Details)
Additional Fees: $275.00 (uniforms, tools, books, etc.)
Number Modules
FRF101

Fire Academy A: This intensive course is designed to cover basic knowledge and skills needed to function as a firefighter. The curriculum is based on IFSTA's, Essentials of Fire Fighting and the objectives in the NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

FRF102

Fire Academy B: This course is designed to continue the basic skill course established in Fire Academy A. Elements pertaining to structural fire fighting knowledge and skills have been added with actual live fire fighting evolutions. This course will help participants meet the Fire Fighter I objectives found in NFPA 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

FRF103

Introduction to Technical Rescue: Students completing this course will gain general knowledge required by NFPA and be prepared to establish levels of operation capabilities needed to conduct operations at technical rescue incidents safely and effectively. This course is a pre-requisite for all specialized technical rescue training.

FRF104

Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness: Students will gain familiarity with the types of hazardous materials and identify different types of hazardous materials. Students will also be able to define the role of a First Responder, use appropriate references, and make appropriate notifications in an emergency.

FRF105

Work Hardening: This course prepares students for the physical requirements of training and testing for Fire Fighter entrance examinations. Calisthenics, aerobic exercises, stretching and strength building are included in all activities.

FRF106

Firefighting Practicum: This practicum offers the cadet the opportunity to gain field experience in a variety of firefighting areas including fire house operations and observation of Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshals.

FRF107

Emergency Vehicle Operations: The driver training program's objective is to provide both classroom work and hands-on training to emergency responders aimed at reducing the frequency of accidents and minimizing their impact on the department and community.

FRF108

Occupational Review: This course provides an overview of the occupation of an Emergency Medical Technician and the requirements for certification and licensure in the fields.

FRF109

Airway Management: This course covers the anatomy of the airway, recognition of adequate and inadequate breathing, and oxygen delivering devices.

FRF110

Patient Assessment: This course covers the unique needs for assessing an individual with specific chief complaints with and without a prior medical history.

FRF111

Medical-Behavioral Emergencies & Obstetrics and Gynecology: This course covers techniques used in medical emergencies dealing with psychological, drug and alcohol difficulties, patient emergency childbirth, pre-delivery, and delivery emergencies and trauma during pregnancy.

FRF112

Trauma: This course covers the kinematics of trauma, force of collision effects injuries, trauma recognition and emergency treatment, preparation for transport and bandaging/splinting.

FRF113

Infants and Children: This course covers the developmental stages of children, the differences in anatomy for infants and children versus adults, and management and treatment for pediatric patients in a medical or trauma situation.

FRF114

Clinical Experience: This course provides cadets with the opportunity to gain first-hand experience by observing and participating in ambulance and hospital emergency room situations.

FRF115

National Incident Management System: NIMS was developed so responders from different jurisdictions and disciplines can work together better to respond to natural disasters and emergencies, including acts of terrorism. NIMS training teaches a unified approach to incident management; standard command and management structures; and emphasis on preparedness, mutual aid and resource management.


For more information on our full time programs
please call (580)250-5605 or email caguilar@gptech.org



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