North Metro Fire Rescue District is hosting its Citizens Academy starting March 26 and ending May 6. Those interested in participating in the academy should submit their applications by March 2.
Academy participants will learn the ins and outs of the fire district, including:
- An overview of North Metro Fire, how its run and how its funded
- Emergency communications, 911 dispatch and community preparedness
- Emergency response and types of calls
- Firefighter training and fire operations
- Special teams: wildland, technical rescue, hazardous materials, tactical EMS and ARFF/airport operations
- Community risk reduction and outreach
- Fire prevention, risk reduction and fire investigation
The six-week academy will include both classroom education and hands-on activities taught by North Metro firefighters and staff and designed to be fun and engaging for participants.
The Citizens Academy is free for participants and open to fire district residents at least 18 years of age who submit an application and fulfill the minimum program requirements. The academy will be limited to 25 individuals and will be held primarily on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. at various North Metro Fire facilities. On one Saturday, academy participants will spend the day at the district’s Training Center in Northglenn learning how firefighters train for the job and going through some of their training drills. Following the academy’s completion, participants will be recognized at a graduation ceremony.
Community members interested in attending the academy should apply by March 2. An application can be submitted online. Any questions should be directed to Life Safety Educator Pam Kutchen at 720-887-0404.
