Schedule:
Students attend class at the Public Safety Training Academy from 11:30am-1:50pm.
Transportation:
MCPS Transportation is provided to students from all 25 MCPS high schools
The Fire Science and Rescue program prepares juniors and seniors for a variety of careers in fire prevention and control and emergency medical technology. Students spend part of the day in their home high school and also attend formal training at the Montgomery County Public Safety Training Academy. Students must complete a minimum of 393 hours of work-based learning and take certification exams. By the time they graduate from high school, students will have earned seven industry certifications and college credit. They can continue their postsecondary training at several colleges in the state.