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Cedar Rapids Fire Department offers women’s academy
Apr. 12, 2017 3:28 pm
CEDAR RAPIDS - The Cedar Rapids Fire Department hosts an academy this summer for young women.
The inaugural Fully Involved Young Women's Fire Academy takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 31 through Aug. 3. It is designed for young women, ages 15-19, who have an interest in a career as a firefighter.
Academy participants will put on firefighting gear, do search and rescue drills, become certified in CPR and take the physical qualification test, according to a news release. The academy aims to promote leadership and team-building skills.
Cost is $30.
For more information and to request an application, go to the fire department website at cedar-rapids.org/fire.
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