2. Job Description Respond to fire alarms Teach others to prevent fires Rescue victims Give emergency treatment Put out fires Generally first on scene
3. Training Several are trained by the department for several weeks at the departments training center or academy. Trained in: Fire prevention, local building codes, emergency procedures… etc
4. Working Environment Spend a lot of time in the station (second family) Respond to fire alarms no matter the conditions
5. Schooling Tuition for an Iowa Resident approximately $7,316 for 62 credit hours. 2 years of study. Tuition for a Non Iowa resident approximately $8,866 for 62 credit hours. 2 years of study. 2-year to 4-year degree in fire engineering or fire science
