Firefighter Career Starter 2e (Paperback)

by Mary Masi (Author) "THE NATURE of firefighting has changed dramatically from the days when firefighters only responded to fires..." (more)
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Product Description
Firefighting is a highly sought after career that only the best can get. Because so many people want to work in this highly challenging and rewarding field, numerous candidates apply for each job opening. Firefighter Career Starter provides just the edge candidates need. This book sorts out the complicated job application process, and provides detailed information on the different types of jobs available in the field. It even explains how to succeed once you've landed your firefighting job. Throughout the book, experts provide key information based on the knowledge and wisdom of those who beat the odds to get a job as a firefighting professional.

From the Publisher
This series offers entry-level job seekers the perfect first step to careers in these growing fields. Each book features the hottest jobs in each career area, easy-to-read requirements for each job, leading providers of training programs for the specific career area, financing for training, tips for success, and much more. Ideal for young job hunters who want to know where the opportunities are. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: LearningExpress, LLC; 2 edition (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1576853659
• ISBN-13: 978-1576853658
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,157,415 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An exciting and helpful work on becoming a firefighter., August 2, 1998

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This review is from: Firefighter Career Starter (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

The author clearly presents the process one must go through to become a firefighter. She offers tips on passing the written, as well as physical, exams and is very encouraging throughout. What I also enjoyed were the one page statements made by firefighters themselves at the end of each chapter in THE INSIDE TRACK. Schools are listed as well as organizations to help finance an education in this field. Professional Associations are also provided at the end of the book. If you'd like a quick and thorough look into the world of the firefighter, this is a book for you.