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Fire Safety & Rescue

Fire Science and Rescue

Overview

The Fire Safety & Rescue Program helps students get ready for jobs in emergency services. This includes careers like firefighter, EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), and 911 operator.

Students learn how to:

  • Follow safety steps in emergencies
  • Understand and manage dangerous situations
  • Help during fires, accidents, and medical calls
  • Talk clearly with teams and the public
  • Know the laws and rules for emergency work

This program also helps students earn certifications that can lead to better jobs and pay.

What You’ll Learn

  • How to stay safe and follow emergency steps
  • How to spot danger and reduce risk
  • How to stay calm and help during emergencies
  • How to talk and work as a team during emergencies
  • The rules and laws for emergency jobs

Hands-On Experience

Students learn in the classroom and through real-world practice. They use fire and rescue tools, work as a team, and respond to practice calls. The program builds skills to help students get a job or continue learning after graduation.

Certification

Students can earn:

  • EMR – Emergency Medical Responder
  • EMT – Emergency Medical Technician

These certifications help students get jobs right out of high school.

Employment Opportunities

Jobs you can get in senior year or after graduation:

  • Firefighter
  • EMT or EMR
  • 911 operator
  • Police dispatcher
  • Police officer
  • Jobs in hospitals, clinics, or doctor’s offices

Jobs that need 2–4 more years of training:

  • Paramedic
  • Nurse or ER nurse
  • Surgical tech
  • Physician assistant
  • ER doctor

Earning Potential

Students in this field can earn between $15 and $25 an hour, depending on the job and your experience.

Locations

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Delcastle Technical High School emblem featuring a shield with icons and text. DELCASTLE TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Instructor Krista Foulke