This is a two-year program that enables students to learn curriculum in order to enter the fire service or emergency medical field. The first year will include the Firefighter II and CPR training. Curriculum is based on the standards set forth by the State of Illinois Fire Marshall’s Office, the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Department of Transportation. Curriculum for second year students will include EMS/First Responder and introduction to Fire Protection. Those students wishing to take the Firefighter II state test will have their records forwarded to the fire department with which they are working. The students will pay for any fees for state tests.