How College Helped An Engineer Paramedic At San Ramon Valley Fire Succeed
Casey's preparation for a career as an Engineer Paramedic began with completing "30 or 39 credits" at the fire academy, providing a strong foundation for their associate's degree in fire science at Butte College. This foundational education, coupled with concurrent paramedic school at a private company, allowed Casey to obtain the necessary certifications and skills for the job market, demonstrating a proactive approach to career development.
Emergency Medical Services, Fire Science, Paramedicine, Higher Education, Career Preparation
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Casey Good
Engineer Paramedic
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District
Butte college
N/A
Environmental & Related Sciences
Government & Public Sector
Medical
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Earn an associate's degree in fire science or a related field.
2. Complete a paramedic program to obtain the necessary license.
3. Consider starting with a fire academy program to gain credits and a head start on your education
Transcript
What did you do in your undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
Right out of high school, when I went to the fire academy, it was equivalent to 30 or 39 credits, something like that. It gave me a huge kickstart to my associate's degree in fire science.
At Butte College, I got my associate's degree in fire science, fire behavior, and fire technology. I also went to paramedic school at a private company during that same time to get my paramedic license.
These were all big things I was preparing myself for the job world. I was getting my basics down so I'd be prepared for my next job position.
Advizer Personal Links