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The Mesa Fire Department Fire Cadet Educational Program occurs September through
June and is a youth educational program of the Mesa Fire Department designed for
males and females aged 14 through 20. The Cadet program provides the means and
opportunity for participants to learn skills applicable to the fire fighting
profession.
The Cadet learns about the Fire Service and, in turn, volunteers time to the
City of Mesa.
- Develop team building and leadership skills
- Understand the firefighter-recruit testing process
- Learn basic firefighting skills, CPR and first aid techniques
- Participate in physical fitness
- Become
familiar with fire equipment and apparatus
Updated information on the 2008/2009 season will be coming soon. Orientation for the current enrollment period will occur
September 6th, 2008. Time to be announced.
Mesa Fire Cadet Application
&
City of
Mesa Volunteer Application
Both applications must be filled out and submitted.
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The Application process will close October 4th, 2008 at 12:00
noon. To find out more about eligibility
requirements, the application process, program fees and program commitments,
visit our
recruitment page.
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Meeting Dates, Times & Location
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The Cadet group meets on the first Saturday of each month from 8:00am to
1:00pm.
Event Schedule
Most meetings are held at the
Fire
Public Safety Training Facility located at 3260 North 40th Street,
Mesa.
The meetings will include class room training as well as physical fitness training,
practicing firefighting techniques and performing emergency medical skills.
Participation will require physical activity.
Other Activities The Cadet Post also participates in community
service events including fund raising and public education activities.
Participation in these extra activities is not required, however, members are
expected to participate when available.
Volunteer Opportunities. |
