Interested in a Firefighting Career? Start Now—While You’re Still in High School!

Through the GTCC High School Fire Cadet Program, you can complete most of your internationally accredited firefighter certification before graduation—at no cost to you.

How does it work?

• Spend mornings at your regular high school.
• In the afternoons, train at GTCC’s Jamestown campus.
• Free transportation is provided to and from campus.
• All course fees, gear, and equipment are covered.

Requirements

• This program includes hands-on training and rigorous physical activities, so be ready to push yourself!
• Minimum unweighted GPA of 2.8 for acceptance.

What Will You Earn?

• Complete three courses:
  • Fire Fighter Technology I (FIP 3031/IP31)
  • Fire Fighter Technology II (FIP 3032/IP32)
  • Fire Fighter Technology III (FIP 3033/IP33)
• After graduation, take one additional 40-hour course (Fireground Ops 9 – FIP 3049) and receive your NC/IFSAC Firefighter I and II certifications.

Why Join?

• Get a head start on a rewarding career.
• Save thousands in training costs.
• Graduate ready to work as a firefighter!