How would you like this dilemma?
Captain Bob,
I have followed some of your advice on past bulletin boards and agree with you completely on all aspects of the fire service.
Here is my situation: I applied for and was accepted to paramedic school a month ago. I am now three weeks into class of a 10 1/2 month course. I am very excited about the opportunity of becoming a fire medic. I have 5 years volunteer experience and have a FF 1 certification.
And now, I am #1 on list for a job as a Firefighter and in the psychological and medical phase. All I have to do is pass these simple procedures and I will be offered the job. Do I take the job or pass on the opportunity and finish school? Any advice or insight would be helpful.
Reply:
You're probably going to medic school to become a firefighter, right? Then, take the job offer NOW!
The week my Son Rob was to start Daniel Freeman paramedic program, he was offered a job. He took the job. He has never regretted it.
BEWARE! The psychological is not a simple procedure! Over forty percent of candidates fail the psych. Don't take the psychological until you read our Special Report "Conquer the Psychological Interview".
See if you can put your medic program on hold. Once you get off probation you can complete the program. Your department might pay the cost.
Nothing counts ‘til you have the badge. Nothing!
"Captain Bob"
Ask "Captain Bob" Any Question
Fire "Captain Bob" Smith has coached countless entry level and promotional candidates to get their badge. He is a retired 28-year Hayward, Ca. Captain, speaker/author of the audio/video program "Conquer the Job Interview," the book "Fire Up Your Communication Skills" ISBN 09657620-6-8 and a member of the prestigious National Speakers Association. You can book him as a speaker or get a copy of his books and tapes by calling toll free at 888-238-3959.
E-mail: captbob@verio.com Web site: http://www.eatstress.com