From High School to Firefighter
By Captain Dave
Your step-by-step guide to turning the dream of firefighting into reality.
If you’re a student, recent graduate, or young adult wondering how to break into the fire service, this book is your roadmap. Captain Dave draws on years of frontline and mentoring experience to show you how to go from high school classrooms to the fire academy and beyond.
Inside You’ll Learn:
- How to prepare mentally and physically while still in school.
- What classes, activities, and certifications help you stand out.
- Steps to build a competitive application, even with little work history.
- How to train for the CPAT and other firefighter entry tests.
- What fire departments really look for in younger candidates.
- How to transition smoothly from student life to station life.
Whether your path is through college, trade school, the military, or directly into the fire service, this guide gives you the tools to plan your next move. Clear, practical, and motivational—this is the book every aspiring firefighter under 21 needs to read.
Why This Book?
Most firefighter prep books assume you’re older, with years of job experience. From High School to Firefighter is written specifically for teenagers and young adults. It bridges the gap between high school and the fire station, giving you confidence and direction at the very start of your career.
ISBN: 9798999956255
Format: Paperback, Ebook
Publisher: Captain Dave Publishing
