The Johnson City Fire Department Citizen's Fire Academy…
is designed to increase understanding of fire and emergency medical operations and to promote citizen interaction with Johnson City Fire Department firefighters. The program is designed to enhance awareness of the department's capabilities and limitations and to develop a cooperative relationship between firefighters and the citizens of Johnson City.
The eight-week course will provide participants with an overview of the major units within the department as well as a general overview of firefighting and emergency medical services. It will provide a forum for firefighter-citizen exchange and dialogue. The Academy will begin August 31st and culminate with a graduation dinner on October 26th. The training sessions will be on Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
The practical exercises can be physically demanding, but Citizens are not required to participate in any activity in which they are not physically able or for which they do not feel comfortable. Safety is Johnson City’s first priority for each CFA participant as well has having fun.
Send application request and inquires to: firedept@johnsoncitytn.org
Minimum Qualifications:
· 21 years of age or older
· Live or work in the City of Johnson City, or have a family member that works for the City of Johnson City.
· Valid Tennessee Drivers License.
· US citizen.
· Certificate of Completion: Must attend seven of the eight training sessions.
· Certificate of Attendance: Must attend five of the eight training sessions.
· Application Deadline: August 17, 2010.
****Please note, this is not the Fire Trainee Academy and not intended for those whom desire employment with the Johnson City Fire Department.
Lt. Robert C. Johnson
Johnson City Fire Department
Fire Training Division
423.232.7048
423.676.6599
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