What skills will I learn?
High-angle and low-angle rope rescue
Basic fire science
Use of radios and dispatch consoles for communication
First aid and CPR
Hazardous materials response
Triage and response to disaster scenes
Incident command

What equipment will I be trained to use?
Ropes and pulleys
Patient litters
Rope ascending and descending devices
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBAs)
HazMat suits
Fire extinguishers
Portable radios
Extrication equipment

What personal qualities and interests should I consider about myself?
Excellent communication skills
Empathy and compassion
Sincere desire to help others
Ability to problem-solve under stress
Willingness to provide community service
Excellent attendance
Ability to take full responsibility for own actions
Ability to take charge, assertiveness
Good physical condition

What kind of jobs are available upon successful completion of this program?
Security personnel
Volunteer firefighter
Emergency dispatcher

With further education, what additional employment opportunities are available?
Firefighter
Arson investigation
Park ranger
Law enforcement officer
Customs agent
Hazardous materials specialist
Wilderness guide
Many students enter careers with the Coast Guard, National Guard, or other military branches which perform rescue duties.

 

Rescue Technology
Alan Loken, Instructor

Tech prep agreement with University of Alaska Anchorage
Trade organization agreement

1 semester.
Grade level 11-12.

The goal of rescue is to locate and access injured or trapped victims, stabilize the emergency situation, and transport the patients to safety while managing any injuries and avoiding additional risk or injury to the patients, rescuers or the public. The goal of this course is to provide the skills and knowledge necessary to participate in a wide variety of rescue operations while insuring safety.
Types of rescues discussed will include water rescue, vehicle crashes, high-angle technical rescues, fire rescues, hazardous materials, rescues from confined spaced and collapsed structures, and rescues at large scale disaster scenes. Students will follow guidelines set forth by the International Fire Service Training Association, OSHA, FEMA, and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) while training.
Teamwork and professionalism are essential parts of this class, as they are at real-life rescue scenes. It is primarily a practical course that emphasized the importance of hand-on training and skills. The skills-based learning will be supplemented by lectures, discussions, and online coursework.
Students can receive three college credits through the University of Alaska Anchorage for Rescue Practices which can be applied towards a degree in Fire and Emergency Services. Successful completion of this course can also be applied toward admission to the Ironworkers Apprenticeship Program. Assistance in placement into jobs and/or advanced training programs is available through the class.