FIST 1480 - Physical Training for the Firefighter/ EMS Professional

3.5 Credits

The job of a firefighter is one of the most physically demanding jobs in North America. It requires high levels of cardiopulmonary endurance, muscular strength and muscular endurance. Physical fitness is the ability to perform physical activities, such as job tasks, with enough reserve for emergency situations dealing with multiple variables. This course prepares the firefighter and emergency management services candidates with specific physical fitness training to prepare them for the Candidate Physical Ability Test.

Lecture Hours: 3.5
Lab Hours: 0
Internship Hours:
Clinical or Practicum Hours:

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