Fire/Rescue
The Fire Rescue program has a long history of success at the Kankakee Area Career Center. This is evidenced by the student's success in the State and National SkillsUSA competitions and the continued success of our KACC alumni. It is no wonder area fire departments offer internship opportunities to our successful students during their second year in the program.
The Fire Rescue program is set to follow the State of Illinois Fire Marshall’s Office Division of Standards for entry level in the fire and rescue field. Following IFSTA Essential Manual, first- year students will learn the basics of the fire service. Students will learn how to use self-contained breathing apparatus, ropes and knots, ladders, and hoses. Using a special smoke trailer, students will be exposed to simulated fire conditions under a safe environment. They will learn how to do search and rescue, auto extrication, and how to safely remove victims of automobile crashes. Students will also participate in a rigorous physical exercise program to prepare them for fire service CPAT testing.
Second-year students will start their leadership skills training, training as a company officer and Incident Commander. Students will also learn how to operate a fire pump with our on-site fire department pumper. Students will go through Hazardous Materials for the First Responder, CPR for the Health Care Provider through the American Heart Association, and AED Training.
Second-year students can do internships with area fire departments. They will build on the skills developed in the first year and learn about detection systems. All classes will follow the standards of the Illinois State Fire Marshall and Illinois Department of Transportation.
Please Note: This program is very physically demanding during practical (hands on) evolutions.
DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITY: Following successful completion of this two-year program, students from Beecher High School and Crete-Monee High School have an opportunity to earn 3 dual credit hours at Prairie State College for FST 101: Intro to Fire Technology.
Course Contents
| Apparatus & Equipment | Fire Behavior | Ventilation |
| Ladders | Hoses | Physical Conditioning |
| Building Construction | Hazardous materials | Forcible Entry |
| SCBA's | Fire Behavior | Radio Communication |
| Fire Fighter Safety | Installed Systems | Water Supply |
| Incident Management System | Firefighter Accountability | CPR |
| Rescue | Auto Extraction | Ropes and Knots |
Student Benefits
| Multimedia Computer and Up-to-date Training Materials |
Partnership with Area Fire Departments |
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Internship Program with area Fire Departments |
SkillsUSA Participation and Competition |
| Instructor is an Active Firefighter/Paramedic | |
