In case of an emergency, be the one to call. You’ll learn the demanding tasks of dealing with fires as well as rescue operations. Your hands-on learning program will include three days a week of training at the Springfield Fire Station and two days in the classroom to give you a well-rounded education in the field of fire science. At the end of your two-year education, you’ll be eligible to take the test for the state Firefighter I certification.

Certifications:
• Students will receive national and state First Responder certifications as prescribed by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
• National Fire Academy
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Vermont Fire Academy
• American Red Cross.

YEAR ONE: Emergency & Fire Management I
Credit: 3-4 elective credits
Eligibility: Students in grades 11 and 12
Prerequisites: Signed medical release
Schedule: Full year; 2 hours per day

This program is physically demanding as well as mentally challenging as you complete many of the requirements experienced by professional firefighters. The first year will focus on first aid assessment, techniques, and skills.

YEAR TWO: Emergency & Fire Management II
Credit: 1 embedded science and 2-3 elective credits
Eligibility: Students in grade 12 only
Prerequisites: Signed medical release
Schedule: Full year; 2 hours per dayIn the second level, you’ll continue both classroom and field training. You’ll gain proficiency with operation of numerous tools and machinery that are essential to fire fighting. Once completed, you’re ready to take the test for the Firefighter I certification.

In the second level, you’ll continue both classroom and field training. You’ll gain proficiency with operation of numerous tools and machinery that are essential to fire fighting. Once completed, you’re ready to take the test for the Firefighter I certification.

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“RVTC gives you a good look at the real world.”

“RVTC helps you advance yourself as a person.”