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GTCC
(336) 334-4822
P.O. Box 309
Jamestown, NC 27282
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Firefighters Academy
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The GTCC Fire Fighter Academy is designed to give the student an idea of what it is like to be in a fire department basic recruit training school. Based on area fire department recruit schools, the GTCC Fire Academy gives the basic skills needed for the student to become employed in the fire service. The Academy has an aggressive physical fitness program to allow the student to become able to handle the physical demands of the fire service. The student will also receive basic skills needed to excel in the fire service. This is an intense program which requires the student to com¬mit to long hours of rigorous training. In order to be accepted into the academy the applicant must complete a GTCC Fire Academy Application and complete a physical agility evaluation. A medical physical is required upon acceptance and prior to the start of the Academy. The student is responsible for uniforms, books, and basic equipment.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2010, ALL FIRE ACADEMY APPLICANTS MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THE FIRE ACADEMY.
NOTICE:
Applications are now closed for the 19th Fire Academy. The class starts July 26, 2010 and will run for 21 weeks. Any applications received after April 1, 2010 will be placed on the list for the 20th Fire Academy that will begin January 30, 2011. Deadline for applications for the 20th Fire Academy is October 1, 2010.
We will provide the students with the following:
Quality Instruction
Exposure to new Technology
Thorough Knowledge of the Fire Service
State Certification
Physical Fitness
Self Discipline
Commitment to the Team Concept
Upon completion of the academy you will have the following NC State Certifications:
Firefighter Level I & II Certification
Technical Rescuer Certification
Hazardous Materials Operations Level Certification
Emergency Medical Technician |
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For an application, click here
For a sample of the Code of Conduct, click here
For a list of Frequently Asked Questions, click here |
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| Fire Academy Contact Information |
Benjamin Lunsford
Fire Academy Coordinator
(336) 334-4822 Extension 2868
Fax: (336) 819-2047
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