El Camino College Fire Academy Women’s Prep Program

206 West Beach Avenue,Inglewood CA 90302

08 January, 2022

Description

A hands-on introduction to the requirements of a career in the fire service and to better prepare students for an academy This program is designed to introduce students to the requirements they will face in a fire service career and to better prepare them for an academy. The program has an emphasis on fitness and familiarization with a fire academy training style. Student will be supervised by firefighters who will provide a profession, realistic level of training and counseling. o Learn what to expect at a fire academy o Injury prevention o Functional movement, strength, power and endurance o Network with other candidates Activities Include: • PPE • SCBA • Hand Tools • Power tools • Hose handling • Ladders • Forcible Entry • Fire Extinguishers Required Attire: • Work/utility gloves • Loose fitting mid-thigh navy blue shorts • Navy blue or white T-shirt • White ankle socks and running shoes • NO: Tank tops, stretch pants, skin-tight shorts or dolphin shorts • Lunch will not be provided, please bring snacks and a water bottle Dates/Times: 4 Consecutive Saturdays January 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th from 0800 – 1200 Reservations Required