Maricopa Community Colleges  FSC136   20014-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 03/27/01
FSC136 20014-20086 L+L 2 Credit(s) 2.87 Period(s)
Women Firefighter Preparation
Designed for women firefighter candidates. Includes firefighting techniques and procedure, physical/mental conditioning, health concerns, occupational opportunities, and mentorship programs.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: FSC134 or permission of Instructor.
Cross-References: EMT136
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
FSC136   20014-20086 Women Firefighter Preparation
1. Explain the historic involvement of women within the fire service. (I)
2. Perform specific manipulative firefighter techniques. (II)
3. Demonstrate the impact of the physical demands of firefighting. (II)
4. Describe the mental demands of physical performance. (II)
5. Apply principles of stress management to women firefighters. (II)
6. Evaluate the health concerns related to firefighting. (III)
7. Examine the opportunities for women within the fire service. (IV)
8. Assess the opportunities and value of mentoring in the fire service. (V)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
FSC136   20014-20086 Women Firefighter Preparation
    I. History of Women in the Fire Service
        A. Volunteer
        B. Auxiliary
        C. Wildland/park rangers
        D. Structural firefighting
        E. Special operations
          1. Technical rescue
          2. Hazardous materials
          3. Airline rescue
          4. Hot shot
          5. Special Weapons Assault Team (SWAT) medic
          6. Flight Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
      II. Aspects of Firefighting Related to Women
          A. Firefighting techniques
            1. Use of tools and equipment
            2. Body mechanics
          B. Physical and mental demands
            1. Physical training
              a. Cardiac training
              b. Strength and endurance
              c. Stamina
              d. Body awareness
            2. Stress management techniques
              a. Physical
              b. Mental
        III. Health Concerns
            A. Health hazards
              1. Cardiovascular
              2. Exposure to toxic substances
              3. Injuries
              4. Stress
              5. Fatigue
            B. Pregnancy
            C. Menopause
            D. Child care issues
          IV. Occupational Opportunities
              A. Volunteer/reserve
              B. Wildland/park ranger
              C. Structural firefighting
              D. Emergency medical services
              E. Special Operations
                1. Technical rescue
                2. Hazardous materials technician
                3. Airline rescue
                4. Hot shot
                5. SWAT medic
                6. Flight EMS
                7. Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) medic
              F. Promotional opportunities
            V. Mentorship Programs For Women Firefighters
                A. Opportunities
                  1. Regional
                  2. National
                  3. International
                  4. Municipal
                  5. Private sector
                  6. Interdepartmental
                B. Advantages
                C. Disadvantages
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