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FIRE 0098 - Fire Technology Career Pathways

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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Hours: 40 lecture Description: Career exploration in fire technology. Includes educational planning of available degree programs, labor market research, and the hiring process: development of a resume, background investigations, personal history statements, interview dynamics, and hiring examinations. (not transferable) Units 2 Lecture-Discussion 40 Laboratory By Arrangement Contact Hours 40 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Outline specific areas of interest within the fire technology field. Demonstrate skills necessary to complete the steps involved in the hiring process. Create a personal history statement (PHS) to identify personal obstacles to getting hired. Identify potential barriers to employment and assemble a personal plan to overcome those barriers. Course Content Outline I. Introduction II. Specific Fire Technology programs/courses, and degrees/certificates III. Career options/pathways A. Local, State, and Federal government B. Fire Prevention C. Fire Investigations D. Private sector opportunities IV. Career specific data A. Trends B. Required skill knowledge C. Earnings and benefits D. Current labor market information V. Hiring process A. Application B. Testing C. Background investigations D. Interviewing E. Medical Screening F. Polygraph G. Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA) H. Psychological evaluation I. Physical Agility testing VI. Documentation A. Personal history statement B. Background documents VII. Occupational exploration resources A. Technology B. Personal contacts C. Published materials VIII. Resume planning and writing A. Industry standard IX. Educational planning including available student services A. Student/agency services B. Financial aid opportunities C. Requirements for fire service lateral transfers X. Local/State/Federal requirements and job dimensions A. CA State Fire Training B. Specific Federal Agency requirements XI. Interview preparation and techniques A. Standardized interviewing process B. Closing statement C. Proper attire D. Pre-planning for the interview Course Objectives Course Objectives 1. Outline, describe, and explain areas of interest within the career field; 2. Compare academic programs related to personal goals; 3. Distinguish between possible career paths in private industry & government; 4. Analyze results of career research; 5. Compare and contrast various hiring processes; 6. Outline the typical hiring process for a firefighter in the state of California; 7. Prepare a personal history statement; 8. Investigate careers using technology, personal contacts or printed materials; 9. Develop a personal resume; 10. Develop a student educational plan for transfer; 11. Summarize educational requirements; 12. Compare academic programs related to personal goals; 13. Differentiate between firefighter requirements established by California State Fire Training, United States Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and other U.S. State Fire Training requirements; 14. Establish a hiring interview plan; and 15. Participate in a formal oral interview. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Objective Examinations Problem Solving Examinations Reports Reading Assignments 1. Identify a specific fire service agency related to your career goals and read the specific requirements to be employed by that agency. 2. Complete assigned reading on the traits of a firefighter and the civil service process to be hired. 3. Research future trends related to one of your career areas and analyze employment potential(s). Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Research and prepare a report on the basic employment requirements to enter a selected entry level position in the fire technology field. 2. Identify specific educational and job specific information in your background and write a personal resume. 3. Research and prepare a personal history statement. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Participate in a formal mock interview. 2. Give an oral presentation to the class presenting your findings of a class assignment. Methods of Instruction Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course. Supplemental Student Material provided by instructor.