How To Become A Municipal Firefighter

What degree do you need

One of the most common questions that we always get is what major or degree do I need to become Municipal Firefighters or what courses do I need to take.

We also asked Municipal Firefighters what did they major in college or university and here are the top 5 most popular majors that came up.

Municipal Firefighters need at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Some firefighter positions may require postsecondary education to obtain various certifications, such as the EMT-Basic certification. EMT requirements vary by jurisdiction.

How hard is it

You may need some previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience to be a Municipal Firefighter. For example, an electrician must complete three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

Careers in this difficulty category will usually need 1 or 2 years of on-the-job training and informal training with experienced workers. These careers usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Similar careers include hydroelectric production managers, travel agents, electricians, court reporters, and medical assistants.

License and certifications

Municipal Firefighters may need to be certified as emergency medical technicians at the EMT-Basic level. In addition, some fire departments require firefighters to be certified as an EMT-Paramedic. The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certifies EMTs and paramedics.

Skills required

We asked other Municipal Firefighters if they could only have 5 skills, what would they be. Here is what they said.

Knowledge required

Just like any other job, you will need certain know-hows to excel at your job. Municipal Firefighters are generally very knowledgeable in these 5 key areas.

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