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JIBC helps next generation of firefighters
Nick Cirillo spent years preparing himself as a candidate for a firefighting career.
His efforts paid off recently when, after completing the Fire Fighting Technologies Certificate (FFTC) program at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC), Nick was hired as a probationary firefighter at Richmond Fire-Rescue.
Firefighter secures dream job after JIBC program
Ashley Long has always wanted to be a firefighter, to be able to help someone on what could be one of the worst days of their lives.
But straight out of high school, Ashley thought she would be too young to be considered seriously for a firefighter job. So, in the meantime she decided to pursue her other passion – cooking. She completed the Culinary Arts program at The Art Institute of Vancouver and went on to earn her Red Seal in the field.
Part-time JIBC program helps aspiring firefighter make career change
While Patrick Conley has a long-established career as a carpenter, he’s always wanted to be a firefighter.
Thanks to the part-time Fire Fighting Technologies Certificate (FFTC) program at the Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC), he’s now making that dream job a reality.
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JIBC firefighting grads gain global perspective studying in UK
JIBC Fire Fighting Technologies Certificate (FFTC) graduates Nick Cirillo and Rorie Moir recently arrived at The Fire Service College in the UK.
They're there to participate in a special opportunity to study abroad for two weeks and gain invaluable international firefighter training experience.
Part-time firefighter program at JIBC aids pursuit of dream career
Chantal MacLeod has always been interested in pursuing a career in firefighting but found it difficult to take time off work to do so.
For several years, Chantal has worked full time as a lifeguard and swim instructor at a local community centre. The job has given her the opportunity to use her first aid skills and to work in an environment that fosters teamwork.