Introduction to Fire Academy and Physical Conditioning for Fire Academy Students

Catalog description

A six-week physical conditioning and Fire Academy orientation program that prepares future fire academy cadets for the physical and emotional demands of the Fire Academy. Students will participate in muscular strength development, cardio-respiratory endurance training, body composition assessment, physical agility and flexibility training. Additionally, students will be introduced to the paramilitary format of the Fire Academy and the expectations that are placed on Fire Academy cadets. 24.00 hours lecture and 24.00 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only)