Tallahassee Fire Department Cadet Program

The Tallahassee Fire Department (TFD) Cadet Program is open to local youth ages 14-18 who are interested in a fire service career. As representatives of TFD, cadets are expected to be responsible, committed to learning and ready to give 100% effort while in class or serving the community.

Cadets meet one Sunday each month from 1-5 p.m. at TFD's training division, 2964 Municipal Way. Classes are taught by TFD firefighters, EMTs and paramedics.

The program offers continuous learning opportunities. Cadets receive scenario-based training in a wide variety of fire service skills. Light physical training will be included in each class. Skills taught in the program include:

Hose line use
Ladder use
Search/rescue
Forcible entry
Car extrication
Rappelling (ropes/knots)
Emergency medical services
CPR

Cadets also have the opportunity to ride along with TFD members, responding to emergency calls and participate in various community service events.