LKC-FIRE-101K-12
Kids Career Explorer: Firefighter
An adult-guided, hands-on introduction to firefighting for learners ages 8–12.
emergency response
teamwork
equipment safety
communication
career exploration
$0
2 planned contact hoursSelf-paced
Certificate of completion. No academic credit. Not a license or professional credential.
Course Overview
Explore the real work of firefighters, including medical calls, equipment checks, breathing protection, training, and team safety. Read the career book with an adult, complete practical activities and scenarios, and use the five-question knowledge check as a conversation. This is career exploration, not an aptitude test or career recommendation.
What you'll learn
- Describe the variety of emergency calls firefighters answer, including medical emergencies.
- Explain the purpose of SCBA and routine equipment checks.
- Recognize the importance of teamwork and the rule that nobody enters alone.
- Identify EMT preparation and other training commonly connected to firefighting.
Curriculum
1
Meet the Firefighter
Career Explorer Book: Firefighter35 min
Career Card Reflection10 min
2
Try the Work
Activity Book45 min
Picture Scenarios20 min
Games and Challenges20 min
3
Reflect and Check
Five-Question Career Check10 min
Talk With a Real Person30 min
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Instructor
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Lead Faculty
SEHG Little Kids College