Belmont College > Workforce & Community Ed > Firefighter Initial Training
OHIO VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER
LOCATION: Belmont College Fire Science Building
DATES & TIMES: April 30 – May 14, 2018
Monday/Wednesdays – 6 pm – 10 pm
Saturdays 8am – 5:30 pm
TEST REVIEW: Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 6 pm
FIRE SKILLS TESTING: Saturday, May 19, 2018
FIRE CERTIFICATION TESTING: To be announced – Belmont College
APPROXIMATE COURSE COSTS: Tuition and Fees – $371.00, – Books – $139.00
CONTACT: Ailsa R. Vogelsang, BTAS, NREMT-P
OFFICE HOURS: M-Th, 4:30 – 5:30 pm and by appointment
OFFICE PHONE:740-699-3866
EMAIL ADDRESS: avogelsang@belmontcollege.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is a combination of specialized subject matter, classroom lecture, and hands on, practical material covering the basics of firefighting as defined by the Ohio Division of Emergency Medical Services and the Ohio revised Code. Coursework covers 36 hours of training in fire department organization and safety, fire behavior, overhaul, personal protective equipment, rescue, ground ladders, ventilation and tools, water supply, hoses, appliances, and streams. This course includes an orientation, review session and successful students are eligible for state certification testing.
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