The Citizens Fire Academy (CFA) is an immersive, eight-week program, designed to educate participants about the work of the Sandy Springs Fire Department, and what it's like to be a firefighter.
The classes will be held Thursday evenings from April 7 through May 26. CFA participants receive training in several fire service activities, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) activities and earn American Heart Association CPR/AED certification.
Qualifications:
Citizens Fire Academy participants must live and/or work in Sandy Springs, Be at least 18 years old and pass a background check. For more information visit the SSFD Volunteer Programs page and click on Citizens Fire Academy to apply.
You can also contact: Reginald McClendon, Community Affairs Officer 770-206-2047 for more information.
Interested in understanding the day in the life of our firefighters? Consider participating in the next session of the Citizen's Fire Academy. See Inside Sandy Springs or contact Reginald McClendon for more information.
