Our West Palm Beach campus is proud to announce that its Associate Degree in Nursing program has been granted initial accreditation from ACEN.
You see firefighters on TV shows battling the blazes and saving lives, and while that may seem appealing, it is nothing compared to actually working in the field as a firefighter. Do you know if you have what it takes to fight fires and save lives? The following questions might help you find out!
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Are you thinking about a career as an EMT or Paramedic? First, you will want to find out the ins and outs of this career path to make sure you will be able to land a successful career in this field once you finish school. The following will answer some career path questions for you to make an educated decision on whether or not a career as an EMT or Paramedic is right for your lifestyle.
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One of the many aspects of becoming a firefighter that you should look at when considering this career path is what type of growth this career has in store. Passion and desire are the first two things you want to make sure you have for this position, but the third is the potential for career growth and advancement. The following will inform you of the prospects of a career as a firefighter.
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You are trying to make the best choice for your life, and that includes a career that suits you. One important aspect of choosing the right career is where that career will take you. What are the possibilities? Is this field increasing or decreasing? What will your pay be like?
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Whether you want to become a Nurse, an EMT, or a Firefighter, there are some questions you need to ask yourself to make sure you are entering the field that is right for you.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – West Palm Beach has closed the damaged Flagler Memorial State Bridge.
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What does it take to become a firefighter? Not in the sense of character, but training. Sure, you can become a firefighter without training, but career-wise it is beneficial to get your degree in Fire Science. You will still be able to work as a firefighter without a degree, but you will have a more advanced and lucrative future with one.
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When you decide to become an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), you are signing up to help those in medical need. In order to become an EMT, you must go through schooling and obtain the proper certifications. Once that is completed, you will be on the road giving medical attention to those who need it most.
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The starting firefighters will be placed at Station 2, 4301 S. Dixie highway, which covers the very south end of the city, and Station 3, 5050 Broadway.
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In 1894, a small village had grown and the state of Florida granted a petition to form the city of West Palm Beach. By the time incorporation came about in November, fires had already become common. That is when the Fire Department was organized.
The Flagler Alerts were the first firefighters in South Florida. The volunteers received their moniker in honor of Henry Flagler, the man who had donated the very first firefighting equipment. Those donations included a hand pulled hose reel and a hand drawn and operated pump to supply water to fight fires.
